The On Purpose Podcast

Ep. 242 - Katherine Norland

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Katherine Norland is an actress, flimmaker, speaker, poet and a big fan of potatoes :). You may have seen her on the Fox TV show "Malcolm in the Middl...

Ep. 241 - Jason Bahamundi

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Bahamundi is the owner and co-founder of Run Tri Bike which sets out to tell the stories of the everyday endurance athlete. Jason is an 8X Ironm...

Ep. 240 - Your Life, Your Story

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you the author of your life's story or are you letting someone else write it?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full episodes and more! Check i...

Ep. 239 - Leif Cocks

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leif Cocks, aka The Orangutan Whisperer, is a world renowned orangutan expert and founder of The Orangutan Project. The Project focuses on saving oran...

Ep. 238 - Kyomi O'Connor

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kyomi O'Connor is the author of A Sky of Infinite Blue: A Japanese Immigrant’s Search for Home and Self a "memoir is about my life-long search to li...

Ep. 237 - Whats The Word

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to year 5 of The On Purpose Podcast!We like to choose a word each year that will help us stay focused on our goals. What word will define your...

Ep. 236 - Decision Permanence

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not every decision we make has to be permanent. Some decisions are actually opportunities.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full episodes and more...

Ep. 235 - Giving, Grace and Forgiving

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can we keep "the Holiday Spirit" all year?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full episodes and more! Check in on Instagram , FacebookFind Us on...

Ep. 234 - Susan Roggendorf

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Cl...

Ep. 233 - Jodie King

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jodie King is an abstract expressionist artist, whose mission is to prove the idea of the "starving artist" is crap. Jodie empowers other artists to c...

Ep. 232 - Echo Chamber

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you open to other peoples opinions? Are you willing to listen and challenge some of your own thinking?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full e...

Ep. 231 - John Callas

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John Callas is an Emmy nominated writer, producer, director and mental health advocate.Connect with John on Instagram and Twitter @johnpcallas. Or che...

Ep. 230 - Scott Wyrick

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A panic attack changed Scott's life forever. Once he knew he wasn't having a heart attack, he took a closer look at his life. In that moment, he decid...

Ep. 229 - Don Bodin Guest Host

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we turn the tables. Jerrod sits down to be interviewed by Rehabit8's Don Bodin.Get to know Don and Mela of Rehabit8 on their website or Yout...

Ep. 228 - Execute to Create Results

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With 2023 winding down, most of us are already looking at 2024, but are we putting off things we could be doing now?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?F...

Ep. 227- Serban Mare

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Serban Mare came to America at only 23 with $200 in his pocket. Mare came in search of the American dream. Serban, an accomplished Electrical Engineer...

Ep. 226 Kat Polsinelli

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kat Polsinelli used past trauma and hard decisions to find her and her children a new path. This new path lead her to create The Lotus Effect, that "s...

Ep. 225 - Brenda Mugica Rice

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brenda and her family came to America when she was just 8 years old. In this episode she shares her story on what it's like to immigrate to America an...

Ep. 224 - Human Being Not Doing

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Being busy has become a weird status symbol to show how important you are.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full episodes and more! Check in on In...

Ep 223 - John Fabbricatore

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John Fabbricatore is a retired member of the Senior Executive Service and former Field Office Director for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), ...

Ep. 222 - Michelle Valiukenas

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Colette Louise Tisdahl may have only lived a short time, but the impact she has had on her family, her community and other families can't be measured....

Ep. 221- Esther Avant

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Esther Avant is a sports nutritionist, personal trainer, online fitness coach, mom, Navy wife, podcaster and french fry aficionado.Esther's online fit...

Ep. 220 - Ariana Stone

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ariana Stone is an Illinois police officer and owner of Limitless Momentum, a clothing brand focused on removing the stigma around mental health.Conne...

Ep. 219 - Stay Curious

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Life is full of opportunities to continue to learn and grow if you are open to them.Stay curious my friends.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full...

Ep. 218 - Dr. Toby Baker

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Toby Tomlinson Baker is a best selling author, a licensed special education consultant as well as an Adjunct Professor at Cal State University - L...

Ep. 217 - Sgt. Eric Tung

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sergeant Eric Tung is a veteran officer with the Kent Police Department in Kent, WA. Sgt. Tung is the first ever recruiting officer for his department...

Ep. 216 - Northwest Nomads

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jordan and Ashley are the creators of Northwest Nomads. A Nomad gathering in Oregons high desert designed to create community and bring everyone toget...

Ep. 215 - Is That All There Is

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We get one chance to live this short life. Try to live with minimal regrets and do your best to live your dream life.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?...

Ep. 214 - Kate Cherichello

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are readily exposed to all the negative things happening in the world, but what about all the good?Well, Kate Cherichello is "on a mission to share...

Ep. 213 - Collier Landry

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 1989, when Collier Landry was 12 years old, his father murdered his mother and buried her in the basement in their new Pennsylvania home. Landry te...

Ep. 212 - Megan Snedden

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Megan Snedden, creator of the Kind Effect, world traveler, social media manager, adventurer and a delightful human.A series of tragic events brought M...

Ep. 211 - Dr. Kenny Kinsey

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Kenneth Kinsey was one of the key expert witnesses for the prosecution in the Alex Murdaugh trial.Dr. Kinsey holds a PhD in Criminal Justice and C...

Ep. 210 - What Did You Say

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why is it so easy to talk negatively to yourself about yourself? Ready to break that habit? I've got three steps for you.Want more The On Purpose Podc...

Ep. 209 - Pepe Willie

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pepè Willie is known as the Godfather of the Minneapolis Sound. Growing up in Brooklyn, Willie was immersed in the music industry at an early age. Hi...

Ep. 208 - Patrick Manifold

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Manifold is a former professional basketball, motivational speaker, author, entrepreneur, podcaster, father and husband.Patrick has spent his ...

Ep. 207 - Kevin Roth

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 2015 Kevin Roth, a singer, songwriter and internationally known dulcimer player was diagnosed with Stage 3 melanoma in 2015. He was told he only ha...

Ep. 206 - Kute Blackson

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kute Blackson is a transformational teacher, speaker, visionary, guide, creator of The Blackson Group, National Best Selling author of You Are The One...

Ep. 205 - Dr. Ed Eng

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Ed Eng is the best-selling author of “The Accidental Mayor: From the Side Streets of Chinatown to the Main Street of City Hall.”He is currentl...

Ep. 204 - Gene Sticco 2024

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gene Sticco is hoping come November 2024, he'll be your write in candidate for the President of the United States. Sticco brings with him a life long ...

EP. 203 - Kristin Beale

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At the age of 14, Kristin Beale was severely injured in a jet ski accident that killed her friend. Paralyzed from the chest down, Kristin turned to do...

Ep. 202 - It Begins and Ends With You

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have we lost our sense of accountability? How easy is it to find someone else or something else to blame?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full ep...

Ep. 201 - Scott Tillema

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Tillema is a FBI trained hostage negotiator with 20 years of law enforcement experience. Scott now teaches organizations how to use the power of...

Ep. 200 - Zach Mercurio

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For episode 200, we wanted to bring back one of our most popular guests, Zach Mercurio! Zach is a Ph. D., author, purposeful leader, speaker, professo...

Ep. 199 - Dr. Kaleb Valdez

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Kaleb Valez is a Chiropractic Physician, speaker , entrepreneur and Author of the best selling book "Starving Babies," which focuses on the infant...

Ep. 198 - Mike Sugrue

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sgt. Michael Sugrue is a retired police officer, Veteran, National Speaker and a the Author of a number one best selling book Relentless Courage: Winn...

Ep. 197 - Be Where You Are

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You know the phrase, “Where you are is exactly where you’re supposed to be.” Sometimes we don’t feel that way and we wish away our problems, w...

Ep. 196 - Rehabit8

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don and Mela decided to change their lives. This change came in the form of moving from LA into Don's parents basement (his parents were happy to have...

Ep. 195 - Jessica Rambo

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jessica Rambo is a Marine Corp veteran, artist, recovering addict and mom of two. Jessica spends her time running The Painted Buffalo Traveling Studio...

Ep. 194 - Wayne Mulder

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne Mulder is a former landscaper turned Florida police officer. He hosts the On The Blue Line Podcast, you can find here.Wayne lives his life follo...

Ep. 193 - What Is Your Value

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you assign value to your life? Do you base it on your relationships, job, money, things you have?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full epi...

Ep. 192 - Mike Arroyo

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In his early childhood, his mother misheard his teacher, thinking her son was artistic when the teacher was concerned Mike was autistic. Once labelled...

Ep. 191 - Whitney Lyn Allen

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Whitney Allen is an attorney specializing in Medical Malpractice who changed gears after the untimely death of her husband Ryan. Whitney is finishing ...

Ep. 190 - CK Van Dam

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

CK Van Dam made it to the Amazon Best Seller list with her debut novel “Proving Her Claim on the Dakota Frontier.” If you can believe it, her best...

Ep. 189 - Choose Your Lens

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can choose to look at life through a lens of love or fear. Take a moment to ask yourself if you are approaching a task from a place of love or fea...

Ep. 188 - Tony Pisanelli

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tony Pisanelli is an accomplished speaker, career coach as well as a best selling author helping corporate employees take charge of their careers, ada...

Ep. 187 Unbury Your Life

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can a poem written in 1852 still resonate with how we live our lives today?Read the full poem here: https://poets.org/poem/buried-lifeWant more Th...

Ep. 186 - Sue Welch

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sue Welch is a registered nurse, author and creator of ChainMeet, “a brand-new social media platform that equips and empowers people to impact their...

Ep. 185 - Alone Not Lonely

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Being alone used to make me so uncomfortable. Alone time forced me to thing about things I’ve done, things I’ve said, who I am, who I wanted to be...

Ep. 184 - Generational Healing

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we wait until the end to try to find healing for hurt we hold onto our entire lives?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: htt...

Ep. 183 - Karen Bennett

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I met Karen Bennett when I became an SRO for Rocky Mountain High. Karen was the Assistant Principal and my lunch buddy.Growing up in the military, at ...

Ep. 182 - Why Be Less of Yourself

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Selfless - concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own; unselfish.Why you shouldn’t always be selfless. It’s okay to be...

Ep. 181 - Don't Quit Losing

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s in our loses where we develop our character and where we learn some of life’s best lessons. Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patre...

Ep. 180 - Be Where You Are

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What have you missed by not truly being present?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/theonpurposepodcastFor...

Ep. 179 - How To Navigate Change In Relationships

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we grow older, our relationships grow and change. Are you and your partner on the same page? Also, the 3 questions Andrea and I ask ourselves befor...

Ep. 178 - No One Can Do This For You

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can we expect a better future if we can’t accept our past failings? How do we find peace within ourselves?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find ...

Ep. 177 - Showing Up, Ed Pops Skinner

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Remembering Ed “Pops” Skinner and the greatest lesson he taught me. Rest In Peace Ed, you will be missed.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us ...

Ep. 176 - Cole Zempel

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cole Zempel is a school resource officer, former D-1 wrestler, podcaster and the head coach of Wellington Middle - High school wrestling team.Find Col...

Ep. 175 - Future Self

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think about your future self and how todays decisions will impact that person?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://w...

Ep. 174 - Kate Kimble

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Kimble is the public relations manager for Fort Collins Police Services in Fort Collins, Colorado. She first got to know The On Purpose Community...

Ep. 173 - Blaming Game

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You are where you are because of your choices, actions and inactions, but you can change this. You have the power to change where you’re at in life....

Ep. 172 - Ryan Chartrand

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From listener to guest. Ryan Chartrand found The On Purpose Podcast at a time in his life when he was considering making a big life change.Check out R...

Ep. 171 Earn or Lose Trust

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are you telling someone when you say, “You have to earn my trust?” If this is how you approach your relationships, you are starting from a cr...

Ep. 170 - Eric McCants

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eric McCants is an Investigative Sergeant of Narcotics at Burke County Sheriff's Office/ SWAT Team Member, 5th Degree Black Belt in Karate and Gung Fu...

Ep. 169 - Memory Kills Wonder

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Memory is the enemy of wonder. Are you missing out on moments because you are comparing them to what you remember?Botany of Desire - https://michaelpo...

Ep. 168 - The Art of Difficult Discussions

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you avoid having difficult discussions and instead turn to gossiping? This is a pretty clear sign you need to talk to the person, listen and share....

Ep. 167 - Dreams Don't Have to Be

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you allowing your dreams to grow and evolve with you?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/theonpurposep...

Ep. 166 - Sarah Young, Author of Expansive Impact

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Young, is the founder of Zing Collaborative and author of Expansive Impact, "part guided inner journey, part collection of stories, and part tac...

Ep. 165 - Energy Exchanges

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As humans we have energy whether it be positive or negative. Are you a positive energy to those around youWant more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on ...

Ep. 164 - Love and Shenanigans with Zanna Wolfgang

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Zanna Wolfgang is a wife, mom, serial entrepreneur and creator of Love and Shenanigans. She and her husband, Jeff were living their ideal life until ...

Ep. 163 - Why OPP

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What motivates me to do The On Purpose Podcast?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/theonpurposepodcastFor ...

Ep. 162 Joseph Arnold White - The Thin Blue Line

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joseph Arnold White is a police officer, illustrator, veteran and penciller. His latest project is a the graphic novel Thin Blue Line created by Mike ...

Ep. 161 - Safety Nets and Security Blankets

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As coaches and parents, what "security blankets" are you using to protect those you are intending to lead? What's the difference between safety nets a...

Ep. 160 - Officer Autumn "Lady Sheepdog"

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This weeks guest is Officer Autumn, a police officer, second degree blackbelt and overall badass. A back injury changed the course of her life. No lon...

Ep. 159 - Our Mortality

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Take some time to reflect on the best things in your life. Chances are they weren't perfect. They were messy, they didn't go as planned.Want more The ...

Ep. 158 - Tammy Cuthbert Garcia - Passion and Courage Come from Love

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tammy Cuthbert Garcia is the host of the Naturally Inspired Podcast, a marathon runner, entrepreneur and health freedom spokesperson.Connect with Tamm...

Ep. 157 - Life Is Not Concluded Until

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Life is not concluded until you stop progressing. Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/theonpurposepodcastF...

Ep. 156 - Jesse O'Rullian - Plant and Punch

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jesse O'Rullian "Irish Ronan" is a professional mixed martial artist and coach specializing in MMA, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Connect with Je...

Ep. 155 - Detours, Speed Bumps and U-Turns

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Life is like a giant road trip. You encounter detours, speed bumps and u-turns along the way.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: h...

Ep. 154 - Identify the Essential Eliminate the Rest

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tanner and Nallely Bean of Essentially Streaming are full time RVers who spend their days exploring the country and inspiring others (Jerrod and Andre...

Ep. 153 - Knowing Thy Self

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Knowing they self is the beginning of all wisdom" - AristotleWant more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/theonpur...

Ep. 152 - Gerrie Linek

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/theonpurposepodcastFor full episodes and more: https://www.theonpurpos...

Ep. 151 - Understanding Over Winning

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you missing out on understanding and possibly growth because you are too busy winning?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: http...

Ep. 150 - Marc Neal

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we sit down with one of my mentors, Mark Neal. Marc is a former Fort Collins police officer, trainer and owner of Onyx Training (https://www...

Ali Farewell Episode

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we bring you a special episode to say farewell to Ali. As Semisonic so wisely said, every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end. W...

Ep. 149 - Even Dreams Have Problems

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The problems of today were once the things you dreamt about. Do don't HAVE to do things, you GET to do those things.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?F...

Ep. 148 - Ralph Graves Jr - Unstoppable

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ralph Graves Jr. is a retired police officer, church founder, pastor, keynote speaker, and CEO and still makes time to record his own motivational pod...

Ep. 147 - Don't Be Afraid of Your Fears

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is your fear stopping you from living?Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/theonpurposepodcastFor full epis...

Ep. 146 - Jarion Beets - Always Bet On Yourself

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jarion Beets also known simply as Beets, is an All-American wrestler, coach, mentor and Board Member at Sammie's Sunshine. Connect with Beets on Twitt...

Ep. 145 - Don't Fall In Love

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don't fall in love with who you used to be. Sometimes we hold onto who we used to be and don't allow ourselves to grow.Want more The On Purpose Podca...

Ep. 144 - Larada Horner-Miller: Poetry, Healing and Community

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Larada Horner-Miller is an author, poet and essayist. Horner-Miller spent 27 years as a teacher before moving full time into writing.Connect with Lara...