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Living the Dream with Curveball

On the living the dream with curveball podcast I interview guests that teach, motivate, and inspire others. On every episode I interview ordinary people telling extordinary stories about how they contribute to the world to try and make life better for others. I interview a wide range of indivisuals ...

Feb. 5, 2026

Building Better Athletes: Gary Thrapp's Vision for Youth Sports and Community Empowerment

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Gary Thrapp, a dedicated youth sports specialist with an impressive 40-year career in managing youth sports. Gary has coached over 50,000 games and has been instrumental in the development of the premier youth sports facility, Beyond the Baseline. His mission transcends athletics; he focuses on cultivating better athletes and, more importantly, better individuals. Join us as we explore Gary'…

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Feb. 1, 2026

Finding Joy Beyond Circumstance: Larry Kesslin's Journey to Purpose and Connection

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Larry Kesslin, a purpose-driven coach, author, and speaker dedicated to helping high achievers reconnect with their true selves. Larry shares his transformative experiences, including a life-changing trip to Africa that led him to explore the concept of joy beyond material possessions. He reveals how his interactions with individuals in Uganda and Kenya reshaped his understanding of happiness and…

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Jan. 29, 2026

Navigating Leadership: Brad Dude's Insights on Power, Temperament, and Storytelling

Send us a text In this insightful episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by Brad Dude, a leadership authority with over 40 years of experience in management and consulting. Brad shares his remarkable journey from working with the Peace Corps to teaching leadership courses for prestigious organizations like NASA. We delve into his diverse body of work, including his novels that tackle pressing social issues, particularly in his book "Finding Eden," which explores …

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Jan. 27, 2026

Transforming Lives: Stanley Bronstein's Path from Overweight to Empowered

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by the remarkable Stanley Bronstein, a CPA, life coach, attorney, and multi-book author. Stanley shares his transformative journey from struggling with obesity to becoming a beacon of hope for others seeking to unlock their full potential. He candidly recounts his past battles with weight, revealing how a pivotal moment at age 50 prompted him to make lasting lifestyle changes that have led to incredibl…

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Jan. 27, 2026

Finding Light in the Shadows: Anthony Dyer's Journey from Trauma to Triumph

Send us a text In this compelling episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we sit down with Anthony Dyer, a veteran and debut author whose book *Moon Child* explores the profound themes of war trauma and the quest for purpose. Anthony shares his journey from a small town in Appalachia to the skies as a special missions aviator, detailing the challenges he faced both during and after his military service. He opens up about the struggles of transitioning back to civilian life, the loss of i…

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Jan. 25, 2026

From Incarceration to Inspiration: Daniel Gray's Memoir of Redemption

Send us a text In this gripping episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Daniel Gray, author of the memoir *The Man from the Medium*. Daniel shares his extraordinary journey, detailing his life leading up to, during, and after the events of January 6, 2021. He candidly discusses his experiences as one of the defendants involved in the Capitol protests, his subsequent incarceration, and how he took the time to write a 133,000-word memoir by hand while in prison. Daniel reflects …

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Feb. 6, 2026

Building Better Athletes: Gary Thrapp's Vision for Youth Sports and C…

In the latest episode of Living the Dream, we had the pleasure of speaking with Gary Thrapp, a youth sports specialist with over 40 years of experience in coaching and managing youth sports programs. Gary has an impressive track record, having coach…

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Feb. 4, 2026

Finding Light in the Shadows: Anthony Dyer's Journey from Trauma to T…

In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the honor of speaking with Anthony Dyer, a veteran and debut author of the poignant book, Moon Child. Anthony's story is one of resilience, transformation, and the pursuit of purpose after experiencing th…

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Jan. 29, 2026

Navigating Leadership: Brad Dude's Insights on Power, Temperament, an…

In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Brad Dude, a seasoned leadership expert with over 40 years of experience in management and consulting. Brad’s journey has taken him across the globe, from working with…

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