The STORY Podcast with Buddy Broyles
Start Today Or Repeat Yesterday (STORY) Hosted by Buddy Broyles Core Idea: What was your pivotal moment in life…? Show Concept: Start Today Or Repeat Yesterday challenges listeners to break out of autopilot and start living with intention. Each episode explores what it means to make today count, through real conversations with people who have made bold changes, overcome setbacks, or chosen to live with purpose. This is not about fear of the end—it’s about urgency of the now.
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Brian P Padden - HXP STORY
10/01/2026
Brian P Padden - HXP STORY
From paying for college through an insurance payout after a car wreck to a 60-year marriage and decades in corporate telecom, Brian P. Padden’s journey is built on resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering drive to help others . On this episode of Start Today or Repeat Yesterday with host Buddy Broyles, Brian reflects on his transitions through major corporations like Xerox and General Dynamics, navigating job losses, entering the telecom field, and co-founding HXP & Associates (originally Hill & Padden) . Today, operating as "Help by Padden," Brian leverages his expertise to solve operational bottlenecks, optimize business structures, and guide companies through ever-evolving technology landscapes . Key Takeaways Integrity Over Short-Term Profit: Brian built his consulting approach around helping customers select the right solutions for their needs rather than pushing high-margin options . Origin of HXP & Associates: Originally co-founded as Hill & Padden (H&P) alongside late business partner Bill Hill, the "X" represents the cross-multiplication of their talents, later evolving into "Help by Padden" . Adapting to Career Transitions: When major corporate shifts or job losses occurred at companies like Xerox, Brian pivoted into Y2K contracting, telecom consulting, and business ownership . Operational Bottleneck Solutions: A core focus of Brian’s consulting work involves fixing organizational structures, such as restructuring companies where 40 out of 50 employees report to a single manager . Lifelong Learning in Tech: Brian emphasizes that technology is never static; staying relevant requires continuous re-education and flowing with industry evolution . Commitment to Advanced Education: Looking back, Brian highlights the value of higher education, noting that earning an advanced degree establishes credibility as a trusted domain expert . Your story deserves more than just a conversation—it deserves impact. At Blue Mic Studios, we help businesses like Matrix Software Solutions turn expertise into authority through high-quality podcast production. From 4K video and crystal-clear audio to social media-ready clips that drive engagement, we make it easy to showcase your value and attract your ideal customers. 👉 Be the voice your audience trusts. 👉 Build credibility at scale. 👉 Turn conversations into customers. Book your podcast experience with Blue Mic Studios today. Podcast Production provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production arm of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios: #StartTodayOrRepeatYesterday #BusinessLeadership #TelecomConsulting #HXP #HelpByPadden #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipInsights #PodcastInterview Brian P. Padden, Buddy Broyles, Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, HXP & Associates, Help by Padden, Telecom Consulting, Business Operations, Leadership, Career Transitions, Professional Resiliency, Continuous Learning
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Kennon Rider - The B12 Stores
09/25/2026
Kennon Rider - The B12 Stores
In this episode of Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, host Buddy Broyles interviews Dr. Kennon Rider, PhD, owner of The B12 Stores (North Texas locations) . Kennon shares his unconventional career trajectory, transitioning from 35 years in academia and marriage and family therapy, including 18 years living and teaching in Dubai, to launching a health and wellness franchise at age 68 . Grounded in empathy, curiosity, and a drive to help others, Kennon discusses how his background in systems theory seamlessly translates from relational health to physical wellness . He also highlights the importance of fighting back fear, staying open to global experiences, and embracing new chapters at any age . Key Takeaways Embracing Career Pivots at Any Stage: Kennon launched his franchise business, The B12 Store, at age 68 after completing a 35-year career in higher education and marriage and family therapy . The Interconnectedness of Health (Systems Theory): Drawing from his PhD in marriage and family therapy, Kennon applies systems theory to his business, viewing mental, relational, and physical well-being as deeply interconnected parts of human health . Overcoming Fear to Pursue Global Opportunities: Despite security concerns around 9/11, Kennon moved to Dubai to teach Emirati women at a federal university, turning a planned short stay into an 18-year international experience . Cultivating Deep Empathy Through Diversity: Working with students and therapy clients from around the globe in Dubai expanded Kennon’s perspective, instilling a deep empathy for people from all walks of life that influences his personal and business values . The Power of Self-Curiosity for Young Professionals: Kennon advises younger generations to actively explore who they are and what they truly desire early on, rather than simply getting swept along by external expectations . Lifelong Learning Through Reading: An avid reader who consumes over 30 books annually across fiction and non-fiction, Kennon cites Viktor Frankl’s Man's Search for Meaning as a core literary influence that shaped his worldview . Leadership Grounded in Support: Kennon credits his team of registered nurses for carrying out daily operations, ensuring that customer care and service remain central to the business . Your story deserves more than just a conversation—it deserves impact. At Blue Mic Studios, we help businesses like Matrix Software Solutions turn expertise into authority through high-quality podcast production. From 4K video and crystal-clear audio to social media-ready clips that drive engagement, we make it easy to showcase your value and attract your ideal customers. 👉 Be the voice your audience trusts. 👉 Build credibility at scale. 👉 Turn conversations into customers. Book your podcast experience with Blue Mic Studios today. Podcast Production provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production arm of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios: #STORYPodcast #BuddyBroyles #KennonRider #TheB12Store #CareerPivot #LateInLifeEntrepreneur #SystemsTheory #MindsetShift #NeverTooLate #GlobalPerspective #EmpathyInAction #HealthAndWellness #PodcastInterview #DFWBusiness Kennon Rider, Buddy Broyles, Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, The B12 Store, career pivot, marriage and family therapy, systems theory, Dubai, cross-cultural empathy, entrepreneurship at any age, health and wellness, lifelong learning, Viktor Frankl, resilience
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"Do Not Go Gentle": Art, Resilience, and Immortality at 94, featuring Marilyn Henrion
09/16/2026
"Do Not Go Gentle": Art, Resilience, and Immortality at 94, featuring Marilyn Henrion
In this episode of Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, host Buddy Broyles interviews 94-year-old artist and painter Marilyn Henrion . Reflecting on a life that spans growing up in the Great Depression, spending 90 years in New York’s vibrant Greenwich Village art scene, and embarking on her own creative career in her late 50s, Marilyn shares a deeply honest perspective on creativity, authenticity, and resilience . She details her transition into textile art, her experiences bringing her work internationally to Moscow during the fall of the Soviet Union, and how she continues to reinvent her studio practice today using digital manipulation and custom-printed fabrics . Link to documentary trailer: Email Newsletter: Marilyn invites listeners to join her monthly studio update mailing list by sending their email address to her . MARILYN HENRION FINE ART 3640 Mapleshade Lane Apt. 405 Plano TX 75075 Contact: 917-359-4621 Key Takeaways It’s Never Too Late to Start: Marilyn began creating her own fine art in her late 50s after working a 9-to-5 career and raising four children, demonstrating that creative callings have no age limit . Embracing New Mediums: She shifted from painting to textiles and quilts because fabrics resonated with her in ways paint never did, later transitioning to creating custom fabrics using her own manipulated photography . Adaptability Across Decades: In her 60s, Marilyn learned digital photography and Photoshop without formal classes, incorporating technology into her process to build unique visual compositions . Courage and Resilience: During the political collapse of the Soviet Union, Marilyn was the only international participant to show up to an art symposium in Moscow, where she delivered a lecture to local artists transitioning into a free-market economy . Authenticity Over Commercialism: Marilyn emphasizes creating work out of inner necessity and genuine love for the craft rather than altering art for financial gain or political trends . Refining Beauty in Everyday Spaces: Her artistic focus shifted over time from urban geometry in New York to the intersection of the natural world and human presence in Texas, constantly seeking beauty in unexpected daily objects . Art as a Permanent Legacy: Viewing art as a pursuit of human immortality, Marilyn sees her body of work—and an upcoming documentary about her and her late husband—as her primary legacy . Your story deserves more than just a conversation—it deserves impact. At Blue Mic Studios, we help businesses like Matrix Software Solutions turn expertise into authority through high-quality podcast production. From 4K video and crystal-clear audio to social media-ready clips that drive engagement, we make it easy to showcase your value and attract your ideal customers. 👉 Be the voice your audience trusts. 👉 Build credibility at scale. 👉 Turn conversations into customers. Book your podcast experience with Blue Mic Studios today. Podcast Production provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production arm of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios: #STORYPodcast #BuddyBroyles #MarilynHenrion #FineArt #FiberArtist #TextileArt #ArtisticLegacy #NeverTooLate #CreativeResilience #ArtAndAuthenticity #ContemporaryArt #WomenArtists #LivingLegacy #PodcastInterview #ArtHistory Marilyn Henrion, Buddy Broyles, Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, fine artist, fiber art, textile art, Cooper Union, digital photography in art, art legacy, authenticity in art, senior artists, creative resilience, Greenwich Village art history, art business, documentary
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Tracy Dickey Empty Hand Open Heart
09/15/2026
Tracy Dickey Empty Hand Open Heart
In this episode of Start Today or Repeat Yesterday with Buddy Broyles, host Buddy Broyles sits down with Tracy Dickey, owner of East Plano Martial Arts and Empty Hand Open Heart . Tracy shares her powerful personal story of overcoming early life trauma and personal health battles . Driven by what she calls "Sarah Connor Syndrome", a determination to build physical and mental resilience, Tracy transformed past abuse into a lifelong journey of self-defense, high-level athletic training, and community service . Today, she channels that same energy into running her businesses, helping others build strength, maintaining a disciplined health and recovery routine, and extending compassion to everyone (and every creature) around her . Key Takeaways Overcoming Trauma Through Training: Tracy began martial arts training in June 2003 to gain self-defense skills, close the gap on fear from past abuse, and build personal safety . Relentless Consistency & Work Ethic: She dedicates around 20 hours per week to working out and teaching, incorporating martial arts, Pilates, and yoga into her regular routine . Proactive Health & Recovery: To combat severe back issues and support recovery after facing cancer, Tracy prioritizes a high-protein diet (150–200g daily) along with recovery practices like hyperbaric chambers, red light therapy, and peptides . Mental Stamina Above All: Tracy emphasizes that staying active and healthy relies heavily on mental discipline and repeating the daily mantra: "I'm just not giving up." Living Well, Not Just Longer: Tracy and her husband focus on living with high energy, staying connected with a positive community, and giving back rather than just extending lifespan . Leading with Compassion: Beyond her martial arts school, Tracy demonstrates the "open heart" philosophy through community outreach, including caring for local feral cat litters . Your story deserves more than just a conversation—it deserves impact. At Blue Mic Studios, we help businesses like Matrix Software Solutions turn expertise into authority through high-quality podcast production. From 4K video and crystal-clear audio to social media-ready clips that drive engagement, we make it easy to showcase your value and attract your ideal customers. 👉 Be the voice your audience trusts. 👉 Build credibility at scale. 👉 Turn conversations into customers. Book your podcast experience with Blue Mic Studios today. Podcast Production provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production arm of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios: #STORYPodcast #BuddyBroyles #TracyDickey #EastPlanoMartialArts #EmptyHandOpenHeart #OvercomingAdversity #Resilience #MindsetMatters #NeverGiveUp #MartialArtsLifestyle #WomenWhoTrain #HealthyAging #SelfDefense #PlanoTX #PodcastRecommendations Tracy Dickey, Buddy Broyles, Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, East Plano Martial Arts, Empty Hand Open Heart, martial arts training, personal growth, life transitions, resilience, trauma recovery, health and wellness, mind-body fitness, high-protein diet, active aging
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Cherie Privett - City Missions
09/14/2026
Cherie Privett - City Missions
On this episode of Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, host Buddy Broyles sits down with Cherie Privett, founder of City Missions . Cherie shares her personal journey from experiencing homelessness herself to founding an outreach program that provides both immediate care, like hygiene supplies and food, and a long-term path to sustainable living for individuals in the Metroplex . Email: Phone: (972) 890-1152 Key Takeaways Rooted in Relational Outreach: City Missions goes beyond basic handouts like clothing and food to build trust and lasting relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness . Disrupting the Statistics: Point-in-time homeless counts drastically underrepresent the true scale of local homelessness, prompting City Missions to serve over 400 unique clients in 2026 alone across Collin County and Dallas . The "Pathways Program" Vision: City Missions is developing a transitional housing model aimed primarily at men aged 25–55, pairing 2–4 years of shelter with trade-job opportunities and financial literacy to create generational change . Crucial Need for Business & Community Partners: Funding outreach for adult men remains one of the hardest non-profit areas to finance, requiring active partnerships with corporate donors, small business trades, and churches . Overcoming Misconceptions About Street Safety: Volunteers often find that clients are generous, encouraging, and eager for connection, dispelling common fears about outreach work . Personal Experience Driving Purpose: Driven by her own history of housing insecurity and supporting a late veteran brother through addiction, Cherie built City Missions to be the resource she once desperately needed . Your story deserves more than just a conversation—it deserves impact. At Blue Mic Studios, we help businesses like Matrix Software Solutions turn expertise into authority through high-quality podcast production. From 4K video and crystal-clear audio to social media-ready clips that drive engagement, we make it easy to showcase your value and attract your ideal customers. 👉 Be the voice your audience trusts. 👉 Build credibility at scale. 👉 Turn conversations into customers. Book your podcast experience with Blue Mic Studios today. Podcast Production provided by Blue Mic Studios, the podcast production arm of Visual Learning Solutions, LLC Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios: #CityMissions #StartTodayOrRepeatYesterday #NonprofitLeadership #EndHomelessness #CommunityImpact #PodcastGuest #CollinCounty #FaithInAction #SocialImpact #LifeTransformation City Missions, Cherie Privett, homelessness outreach, Start Today or Repeat Yesterday, Buddy Broyles, Collin County, trade careers, transitional housing, non-profit leadership, community impact
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