771. “Humor allows you to cope with the most intense things that interrupt your life” That quote is from Eric Donoho and he proves it!
Release Date: 08/19/2026
771. “Humor allows you to cope with the most intense things that interrupt your life” That quote is from Eric Donoho and he proves it!
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“Humor allows the armor to come off and the message to be heard.” That is a quote from Eric Donono. At 37, he’d been to war, survived multiple explosions, lost children and countless friends, and was on the verge of losing his marriage. Seated at his kitchen table, Eric began to squeeze the trigger, but it refused to move. Told with unwavering honesty, Eric’s book, “Canyon of Hope” is a raw, unflinching story of survival, resilience, and redemption that’s more than just a recounting of a veteran’s experiences at war; it’s a roadmap for overcoming adversity, discovering...
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770. The heart is 100,000 times stronger than the brain electrically and up to 5,000 times stronger magnetically.
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The brain can tell us what is reasonable. The heart can tell us what is right. And sometimes the wisest thing a person can do is let the heart overrule the calculation. Wisdom is knowing when to stop asking what something will cost you. Sometimes compassion looks irrational to the mind—but turns out to be the deepest form of wisdom.
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769. Madison Noberga loves being a zookeeper and takes us behind the scenes of taking care of the animals.
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To live a life a with passion is what's it's all about. Meet Madison Noberga. She been enthralled with animals here entire live and took that excitement to making a career working working at a zoo. Madison brings us in on the behind the scenes at the zoo and why zoos are important. A fascinating podcast.
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768. Comedian and Speaker Frank King helps people get through suicide as he shares the funny side of his attempts. But the way there’s a lot more to Frank...
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If the name Frank King is familiar, he is the comedian that gained international attention when he ‘supposedly’ snuck out of his hotel in Cambodia and got back to the Unites States during the beginning of COVID – better known as the ‘Planned-demic.” In 2020, the cruise ship he was working disembarked all of the passengers and entertainers in Cambodia because of Covid. After they were denied to debark in 5 other countries. Frank shares what really happened, but that’s only a small part of this great podcast. Frank is a wonderful speaker. He performs his “Suicide...
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767. “It’s not your fault about your early childhood trauma or any trauma for that fact. It is though, your responsibility to recover from it.” - Nathan Elser
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Nate Elser story is compelling and hard. Abandoned by his dad at birth and a mother who tried numerous times to get rid of him because of her addictions. Alcohol, drugs and volatile experiences led him on a journey he states, “I wouldn’t change a thing.’ Today luckily, he has relationship with his mom and his life is well, you are just going to have to listen to his amazing recovery and meaningful life. Contact him on Facebook – Nathan Elser.
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766. ‘Lifting the Hood’ gets to meaning relationships – especially with yourself.
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Paul Noberga is a good man. He also is a great friend, spouse and father. Paul shares how to have meaningful relationships by “Lifting the hood’ on his idiosyncratic and habitual behavior. Just like when we lift the hood of a car to fix the problems and make sure it runs smooth – so must we lift the hood on ourselves. Paul offers keen insight on how that leads to being a good husband, father and friend.
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765. Abundance is NOT about having a lot of money.
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Abundance is a very large or copious quantity of something. It's not about being rich and surely not about having more. It’s about noticing more. More love in the people around you. More beauty in the life you already have. More gratitude for the moments you use to rush through.
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764. The Attitude Dance
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The difference between a good day and a bad day is all in your "attitude dance." Attitude is nothing more than a settled way of thinking about someone or something that creates a feeling that is then reflected in a person's behavior – positive of negative. You have all the moves. The ones you choose will determine your attitude groove.
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763. The only guy to ever bench Michael Jordon.
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It’s true. Joey Corona was the only guy to ever bench Michael Jordon. Joey was in charge of booking Norwegian Cruise Lines with the top, premier American Athletes. The athletes would come on board to be interviewed and share their stories with the guests. Michael Jordon had just finished his rookie year with the Chicago Bulls and he and teammate Rod Higgins joined the SS Norway. Joey tells the very funny story how he benched Michael and their friendship that developed for years. That fellowship developed on the golf course as Michel never beat Joey in a round of golf. The picture is with Rod...
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762. Stealing the cruise ship comment cards to sneaking into Michael Jordon’s private retirement party, Rich Purpura is not only fearless he’s hysterical.
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Comedian Magician Rich Purpura is legendary to cruise ship entertainers and staff. His on the ship antics are none to be outdone by anyone, anywhere on any cruise ship. From sneaking a baby goat on and letting it lose during the Captain’ cocktail party to taking and holding the giftshop girls stuffed animals for ransom his stories are very, very funny. Rich is without a doubt the greatest storyteller with the greatest stories. Get his book free when you go on Facebook at Rich Purpura’s fans
info_outline“Humor allows the armor to come off and the message to be heard.” That is a quote from Eric Donono. At 37, he’d been to war, survived multiple explosions, lost children and countless friends, and was on the verge of losing his marriage. Seated at his kitchen table, Eric began to squeeze the trigger, but it refused to move.
Told with unwavering honesty, Eric’s book, “Canyon of Hope” is a raw, unflinching story of survival, resilience, and redemption that’s more than just a recounting of a veteran’s experiences at war; it’s a roadmap for overcoming adversity, discovering inner strength, embracing transformation, and reclaiming control over your destiny.
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Canyon of Hope: From Darkness to Dawn Embracing the Light Within