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An Army of Normal Folks

Our country’s problems will never be solved by a bunch of fancy people in nice suits talking big words on CNN and Fox, but by An Army of Normal Folks just deciding “hey, I can help.” Hosted by Coach Bill Courtney from the Oscar-winning Undefeated, this podcast is building the Army and celebrating its extraordinary members. New episodes are released every Tuesday.

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37:01

Peter Mutabazi: The Single Dad Who's Fostered 47 Kids...

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/09/02

Peter Mutabazi is a Ugandan immigrant didn’t accept the cultural narrative that only white married people can foster and adopt kids. So far, this single dude has fostered 47 kids, adopted 3 of them, and he’s in the process of adopting 2 more of them! His radical love also happened to go viral, making him the most famous foster dad in America, with 2.5 million followers across social media. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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53:38

Peter Mutabazi: The Single Dad Who's Fostered 47 Kids...

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/09/02

Peter Mutabazi is a Ugandan immigrant didn’t accept the cultural narrative that only white married people can foster and adopt kids. So far, this single dude has fostered 47 kids, adopted 3 of them, and he’s in the process of adopting 2 more of them! His radical love also happened to go viral, making him the most famous foster dad in America, with 2.5 million followers across social media. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-US

17:52

America's Leadership Crisis

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/29

For Shop Talk, Coach Bill reflects on US News and World Report's recent article titled “New Poll: Americans Say the U.S. Is in a Leadership Crisis”. And offers a solution to this crisis.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

56:55

Stephanie Simpson: Donating 25,000 Flower Arrangements

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/26

After large events like weddings, the flowers are too often thrown away. But Stephanie Simpson had an idea, couldn't we repurpose these flowers and bring joy to folks at nursing homes, cancer centers, and schools? 901 POP (Petals of Purpose) has their own Army of 580 volunteers who've donated 25,000 arrangements!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

14:50

Sonic Wrappers, Mickey Ears, and My Movie Debut

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/22

For "Shop Talk", Coach Bill tells the story of his hilariously unconventional experience watching Undefeated for the very first time.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

44:14

Pam Rosener: 33,000 Moms And Sons Serving Together...

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/19

Pam was a member of National Service League, where moms and daughters do service projects. But she's got 3 sons, so she thought why not start something for moms and sons to do this too?! 24 years later, Young Men’s Service League has 199 chapters with 33,000 moms and sons serving together!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

40:36

Pam Rosener: 33,000 Moms And Sons Serving Together...

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/19

Pam was a member of National Service League, where moms and daughters do service projects. But she's got 3 sons, so she thought why not start something for moms and sons to do this too?! 24 years later, Young Men’s Service League has 199 chapters with 33,000 moms and sons serving together!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

29:11

The Matheny Manifesto

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/15

For Shop Talk, Coach Bill dives into "The Matheny Manifesto: A Young Manager's Old-School Views on Success in Sports and Life."Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

45:04

Peggy Halvorsen: The Wisconsin Mom in Liberia (Pt 1)

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/12

Peggy Halvorsen was "only" trying to adopt a kid from Liberia. Shortly after they agreed to adopt his brother too, he died from cholera and Peggy insisted that this could not be the end of the story. 14 years later, their accidental ministry Teamwork Africa has built 216 wells, repaired over 500 existing ones, sponsor the education of 180 kids, and they're about to open their second school.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

58:59

Peggy Halvorsen: The Wisconsin Mom in Liberia (Pt 2)

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/12

Peggy Halvorsen was "only" trying to adopt a kid from Liberia. Shortly after they agreed to adopt his brother too, he died from cholera and Peggy insisted that this could not be the end of the story. 14 years later, their accidental ministry Teamwork Africa has built 216 wells, repaired over 500 existing ones, sponsor the education of 180 kids, and they're about to open their second school.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

16:58

I'm Back Baby!

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/08

For Shop Talk, Coach Bill talks about coaching football again this season after a several year hiatus! And the amazing kids he's coaching.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

37:08

Nancy Carbone: The Best Friend of Firefighters (Pt 1)

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/05

After black snow rained down on her on 9/11, Nancy knocked on the door of local firehouses to see how she could help. When several firefighters told her that they’d need counseling, this non-therapist and normal mom got to work. 24 years later, Friends of Firefighters has provided over 1,000 firefighters and their families with mental health and wellness services at no cost to them! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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60:31

Nancy Carbone: The Best Friend of Firefighters (Pt 2)

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/05

After black snow rained down on her on 9/11, Nancy knocked on the door of local firehouses to see how she could help. When several firefighters told her that they’d need counseling, this non-therapist and normal mom got to work. 24 years later, Friends of Firefighters has provided over 1,000 firefighters and their families with mental health and wellness services at no cost to them! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

16:07

The Vietnamese Refugees Who Changed America

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/08/01

For Shop Talk, Coach Bill tells the story of An Army of Normal Refugees who changed America... at least in one aspect.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:13

Michelle Penczak: Binders Full of Military Spouses...

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/07/29

Military spouse unemployment is 21%, which is 5 times the national average, often because employers don't want to hire people like Michelle Penczak who move every 3-4 years. So Michelle started a virtual assistant company called Squared Away where location wouldn't be an issue. And it's skyrocketed to employing 400 military spouses who serve 1,000 clients!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

36:40

Michelle Penczak: Binders Full of Military Spouses...

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/07/29

Military spouse unemployment is 21%, which is 5 times the national average, often because employers don't want to hire people like Michelle Penczak who move every 3-4 years. So Michelle started a virtual assistant company called Squared Away where location wouldn't be an issue. And it's skyrocketed to employing 400 military spouses who serve 1,000 clients!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

16:50

Favorite Nonfiction Books

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/07/25

For Shop Talk, Bill and Alex reflect on 4 of their favorite nonfiction books. What's yours?!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:56

An Army of Normal Social Workers (Pt 1)

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/07/22

Dr. Rhonda Smith has assigned the podcast to over 400 of her social work students at the University of Southern Mississippi. In this episode we meet 7 of them, who are sure to inspire you about this rising generation!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:21

An Army of Normal Social Workers (Pt 2)

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/07/22

Dr. Rhonda Smith has assigned the podcast to over 400 of her social work students at the University of Southern Mississippi. In this episode we meet 7 of them, who are sure to inspire you about this rising generation!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

11:39

Our Favorite Books

An Army of Normal Folks ·

2025/07/18

For Shop Talk, Coach Bill and Alex reflect on some of their favorite books. And want to hear about yours!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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