You Go First with Lain Hensley

This episode features Nick Harris. Nick lives an exceptional existence in that he knows WHY he has been placed on Earth. Nick knows that his purpose is to spread the Power of Positivity through his incredible talents, gifts, and decades of repetitious hard working habits. When Nick is not on tour as a drummer with his heavy metal band, Armed for Apocalypse, he can be found inspiring youth, exercising, or navigating the  landscape of the ever-evolving music industry.   With over 3,000 live performances under his belt, Nick has circumnavigated the globe - twice! Having founded Repetition Industries in 2012, Nick found his entrepreneurial ambition through hours of self-reflection and as of the past two years - Sobriety. Compelled to share his message of personal development and self growth through Positive Decision Making, Nick joined forces with Odyssey for Youth in early 2018. His unique perspective on self-development through Positive Decision Making has thrust Nick into the limelight and onto stages across the world.

This episode features an interview with the amazing and inspiring Elise Siam. This Chico, CA native is a shining light!! She certainly has had to overcome a lot in her life including a tough childhood, the death of a good friend in high school, and a medical condition that's caused her hair to fall out. But she keeps bouncing back from adversity and finding ways to overcome misfortune and defeat.  Her life mantra's and lessons are super rad and she says she always tries to make people smile! Well, listening to this podcast will certainly make you smile! Go Elise. Thank you for sharing your story.

In times of crisis or disaster, we rely on the courage and skill of Van DeWark and other first responders to help those affected.  But what about the well-being of those individuals? Who helps the helpers cope with the stress and emotions they feel as a result of their work?  On You Go First, we're seeking the answers to these questions. In this episode, Hensley interviews Alexander Van Dewark who is a Firefighter/Paramedic for the city of Vacaville, CA. The conversation centers around several engaging topics including how Van DeWark became a first responder and what goes through his mind when he's called to the scene of a disaster or emergency.

In this episode, Lain interviews Mike Walsh about his background, why he became involved in public education and what the future holds for California schools.

Walsh is the former President of the California School Boards Association, a group representing nearly 1,000 California school districts and county offices of education. A seven-year veteran of the Butte County Office of Education Board, Walsh was elected to CSBA’s Delegate Assembly in 2010 and elected to the organization’s Board of Directors in 2011.

Walsh is a 1982 graduate of Las Plumas High School where he says he recorded perfect attendance while distinguishing himself in track and field, wrestling, football and student government.

In 2015, Walsh co-founded Beacon Results, an organizational growth and change management firm that works primarily with school districts and nonprofits to help them develop and align on their strategic plans.

Stephen Chollet is one talented dude who's always taking the initiative and trying to step up his game in all areas of life. Get this, he's an Emmy Award-winning Storyteller, Corporate Speaker, a Marketing Professional, Actor, Singer and his latest endeavor involves Mind-Reading. Talk about versatility!

Doug was doing well, a very successful businessman whose diligence and motivation was helping a company bring in millions of dollars! But the high pressures of his job and the daily rigors of trying to stay on top of his game led to a life-altering experience and a heck of a story. One day while commuting and stopping at a coffee shop, Doug suffered a Widowmaker Heart Attack. But thanks to the swift actions of a real-life angel, the incredible care of the fine people at the hospital, and a little dose of lady luck, Doug held on and made it out alive. Amazingly, he was pronounced "dead" for 38 minutes and to this day holds the record for the longest amount of time "dead" before coming back to life in Stanford Hospital history. Listening to him recount the experience he had is mind-boggling. Now, he wants to educate people and let them know that this too can happen to you. With success comes stress, and if you let it, it can overwhelm you and lead you down a similar path that Doug went on. We are so thankful he is here with us today and shares with us his story.

Rick must have nine lives. He has lived more than two lives already and after a heart attack and a stroke just a few years ago, his wake-up call came with him weighing over 400 pounds, unable to speak and with three kids and a wife wondering if this was rock bottom.

Rick was already a motivational speaker for over 25 years when his biggest challenges put him to the ultimate test.

After months of rehab he has found his voice again, regained movement, lost over 150 pounds and is even more of a walking example of overcoming life’s challenges then he was before.

Still motivating, still speaking and still committed to making a difference for as many people as he can. Stories of growing up as one of 11 children without a father and without a clear path to overcoming his circumstances, Rick will inspire you to start making changes today.

Youth leadership and sports helped him find his calling and pointed him in a direction that has impacted generations of students and adults. You’re next.

Jodi Palmer has a story all parents should hear. Heck, everyone should hear. It's about the pressures of being a teenager and the dangers of social media and cell phones. It's about how one decision can change the course of your life and the digital trail of tears that can follow. The impact each post can have on loved ones and the course of your life and theirs. There are so many important lessons in this episode that simply must be heard by parents and young people alike This story is deeply personal to her and should be to all of us, as we are faced with the latest app. that connects the next generation in all the best and worst ways.

You Go First with Lain Hensley is a podcast that brings together speakers, authors, and industry leaders to help you go first in your life.

Deep thinker, philosopher, leader and mentor to many.  David is the UC Irvine Men’s Volleyball Coach, but uses the game to teach way more than just volleyball.  Volleyball has the most number of players in the smallest space of any sport, with an endless amount of random possibilities to manage.  Like life; communication is key and teamwork is critical to success on and off the court. Kniffin grew up in Chico, California and answered the call to leadership at a young age. He went to the top of his sport as a coach and player.  He was 2015 Head Coach of USA World Team in South Korea, 2013 NCAA Coach of the Year, after winning the NCAA National Championship in his first season as the head coach for the UC Irvine men’s team.  David played professionally from 2004-2006 for CAI Teruel in Spain, winning a Spain National Championship in 2006.  Parent, husband, coach, friend and lifelong learner, David is the real deal and shares with us his secrets to success.

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You Go First with Lain Hensley is a podcast that brings together speakers, authors, and industry leaders to help you go first in your life.

This episode features Dr. Robii Dotson. The list of his accomplishments is ridiculous. He's a motivational speaker, lecturer, educator, consultant, as well as an author, psychologist, and was the first black radio host in the LA area. He's also a behavioral scientist, counselor, professor and academic adviser. From the slums of Shreveport, Louisiana and abject poverty to working for two Presidents. Robii has the keys to success and shares them whenever possible. Robii managed a billion dollar budget for the Pentagon and developed the Missile Defense Programs for the US military. If that's not enough, he has a calming presence and his voice is as captivating as his methodology. His take on human personality factors and why we are the way we are is worth a listen, followed by action!

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Many moons ago "Bill went first" and, along with our host Lain Hensley, cooked up the vision of Odyssey Teams Inc.. Odyssey is now the industry-leader in corporate training and philanthropic team building. Bill's methods have inspired people around the world for over 30 years.  He has helped connect thousands of corporations to the 'Why of their work,' and produce over 55,000 prosthetic hands for needy amputees in 85 countries. He pioneered the Bike Building program and has donated over 30,000 bicycles to inner city children around the world. What can't Bill John do? Nothing. He's the type of person who's just good at everything or ready to learn.

David Meade is a Business Leader, Keynote Speaker and Mind-Reader.  Over the past 15 years his work has inspired large and small audiences in more than 40 countries. He is a Broadcaster who stars on his own BBC show and lights up living rooms throughout the UK. He shares with us a rarely told deeply inspirational personal story regarding his young family.

We at Odyssey Teams have the pleasure of partnering with his company Lightbulb Teams, to deliver the Helping Hands program in the UK. David has found himself and his team fitting prosthetics hands in the slums of India and he is not afraid to take it personally.  His story is as heartwarming as it is hilarious. We hope you enjoy scratching the tip of the iceberg that is David Meade.