Life After Football: A Champion’s Next Chapter
The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper
Release Date: 04/01/2025
The Moment I Stopped Overthinking Podcasting | The Ripple Effect Podcast
The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper
This is a solo episode, and it’s just me talking honestly about the show, the journey, and what podcasting has turned into for me. Over the last couple of years, I’ve gotten a lot more comfortable doing this. Not because I figured out some secret formula, but because I stopped trying to sound polished and started showing up as myself. This episode is really about authenticity, building real connections, and why I believe the best podcasts feel more like conversations than interviews. I talk about podcast growth, not in terms of downloads or numbers, but in terms of trust, relationships,...
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Breaking Limiting Beliefs and Invisible Ceilings with Rick Torrison | The Ripple Effect Podcast
The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper
If you’ve ever had a moment when life whispered that you were meant for more, but you had no idea how to step into it, this episode is going to hit you right in the soul. What if the beliefs running your life right now weren’t true at all? What if the ceiling you think you keep hitting was never supposed to be there? And what if one single moment of clarity could rewrite everything ahead of you? That’s exactly the kind of conversation I’m having with Rick Torrison in this episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast. Rick Torrison is a USA Today Best-Selling Author, speaker, and...
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Entrepreneurship, Reinvention & Real Confidence with Natalie Bevacqua
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Every entrepreneur has a moment where they look in the mirror and quietly wonder if they are fooling everyone around them. I have had that moment more times than I can count, and in this episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast, I sit down with someone who once admitted she felt the exact same way at the height of her confidence on stage. Her name is Natalie Bevacqua, and our conversation dives deep into the parts of the entrepreneurial journey most people never talk about. If you have ever struggled with imposter syndrome, felt the urge for a midlife reinvention, or wondered whether you could...
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Drew Norton: Redefining What Sales Really Means | The Ripple Effect Podcast
The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper
If you think sales is about slick pitches and perfect scripts, think again. I’ve met a lot of sales professionals in my career, but few bring the heart, humility, and wisdom that Drew Norton does. In this episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast, Drew joins me to talk about what it really means to lead with authenticity and sell with purpose. He’s passionate about helping people realize that sales isn’t just a job. It’s a mindset. , known as The Everyday Sales Leader, is a dynamic self-development coach, sales consultant, and co-host of . With a background spanning sales, hiring,...
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Authenticity Beats Algorithms: Justin Foster’s F the Formula (Part Two) | The Ripple Effect Podcast
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Are you an entrepreneur selling yourself as the brand, or someone with a bold idea or purpose to share with the world? Then, you’re in the right place. Welcome to The Ripple Effect Podcast, where today’s guest, Justin Foster, brings over 20 years of brand coaching wisdom that flips traditional marketing on its head. Justin is redefining what it means to build a brand by moving away from formulas, numbers, and data overload, and toward something simpler, but far more powerful: authenticity. His message, F the Formula, is a breath of fresh air for anyone tired of chasing algorithms or trying...
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F The Formula with Justin Foster (Part One) | The Ripple Effect Podcast
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Building Healthy Workplaces Through Law and Leadership | The Ripple Effect Podcast
The Ripple Effect Podcast with Steve Harper
Welcome back to The Ripple Effect Podcast. Today, we are joined by my good friend and special guest Karen Ansen, an extraordinary entrepreneur and employment lawyer from Australia. Karen is the founder of , where she assists businesses and individuals in navigating Fair Work, workplace bullying claims, adverse action cases, and wage underpayment issues in Australia. She also leads , a coaching and retreat platform that combines mindfulness, breathwork, meditation, and leadership training to help people reduce stress, build resilience, and lead with authenticity. Karen and I discuss her...
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Civil Discourse vs. Outrage Culture | The Ripple Effect Podcast
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My heart feels so heavy right now. Everywhere I turn, whether it’s Facebook, X, or even LinkedIn, I see a wave of social media toxicity and division that leaves me feeling drained and heartbroken. It seems like we’ve forgotten how to have conversations. Instead, we’re caught in an endless cycle of outrage, cancel culture, and online attacks that end up damaging not just our relationships but also our personal and professional reputations. We will talk about that in today’s episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast. The truth is, the world feels more divided than ever in 2025, and the weight...
info_outlineWhat happens after winning a Super Bowl and two national championships?
Former Nebraska football star Tony Veland shares his journey from the field to the boardroom as the Director of Development for the University of Nebraska Foundation. For Tony, it doesn’t matter whether he’s in the sports arena or the boundless field of life. He is strongly committed to encouraging, imparting knowledge, and helping in any way he can.
For today’s episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast, Tony opens up about transitioning from a football athlete to a community leader. He also discusses why STEM education and engineering careers are crucial for the future, how companies must adapt to workforce development, and the value of mentorship and teamwork.
Tony’s passion for giving back is stronger than ever as he continues to mentor young athletes and professionals to achieve their dreams. He also serves on numerous nonprofit boards, building positive lasting change for those in the community. Bringing the discipline and lessons of sports to life, Tony is 100% an inspiring force and a role model for all!
This interview will surely leave an indelible mark on whoever gets to hear Tony’s message and legacy.
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