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Real Friends

Real Friends is a podcast dedicated to sharing some of the ”real stories” from my “real friends”. Its open, honest conversations about the highs and lows of real life with the belief that sharing who we are allows us to be better known and also allows us the opportunity to be truly loved for who we really are.

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01:00:24

Real Friends - Lucas Garza - Part2

Real Friends ·

2022/01/19

Do you remember your first serious relationship? Whether it was a high school sweetheart, a college sweetheart, or something totally different, most of us remember our first serious relationship. Especially when those relationships don’t work out and someone’s heart gets broken. Today in part 2 of a 2-part series, I resume my conversation with Lucas Garza as he shares how he’s bounced back from earlier battles with depression and suicidal tendencies to the life he now lives with purpose and

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Real Friends - Lucas Garza - Part 1

Real Friends ·

2022/01/05

Do you remember your first serious relationship? Whether it was a high school sweetheart, a college sweetheart, or something totally different, most of us remember our first serious relationship. Especially when those relationships don’t work out and someone’s heart gets broken. Today in part 1 of a 2-part series, I share a conversation with a friend of mine, Lucas Garza. Lucas is in his mid-twenties with a promising future ahead of him but like most of us has dealt with challenges in his

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Real Friends -What does Christmas mean to you?

Real Friends ·

2021/12/22

What does Christmas mean to you? And what is your favorite Christmas story or Christmas memory? Do you have one? Maybe it’s a childhood memory or something more recent. Maybe it involves a special gift you either gave or received from someone. Maybe it involves a dinner, or worship service, or merely enjoying Christmas decorations with family or friends. Or maybe, just maybe, it involves a special someone or special relationship in your life. Whatever it is, hopefully you enjoy this special

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01:08:53

Running – BRTT 9:00 Pace Group - JoAnna

Real Friends ·

2021/12/01

This week we switch things up a bit and talk about one of my favorite passions – running! And we discuss it with one of my favorite running groups – Big River Training Team’s (BRTT) 9 minute pace group. Are all runners created equal? Obviously not. And if you have never run before, how do you know whether running is the right sport/hobby/passion for you? Listen to members of the BRTT 9:00 minute pace group as they openly and honestly share their running stories. Equally as important, listen

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01:07:44

Real Friends - John Frauenhoffer - Part 2

Real Friends ·

2021/11/17

What’s the key to a successful marriage? Some say it starts first with a commitment that “divorce is never an option” followed by a commitment to constantly strive to make your marriage better – regardless the struggles or challenges. And, yes, even the best marriages face struggles and challenges. We conclude my conversation with John by discussing his marriage, family and his passion for Men’s Ministry. Why is Men’s Ministry so important to John? Listen to my friend, John Frauenhoffer, as he

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01:14:28

Real Friends - John Frauenhoffer - Part 1

Real Friends ·

2021/11/03

Growing up, John felt he lived a normal childhood – the type of childhood any average kid might experience. It wasn’t until John got married in his twenties that he began to recognize a certain level of dysfunction and brokenness that had crept into his lifestyle since he was a kid. They type of brokenness that quietly plagues more than 50% of men, including Evangelical Christian men. Today in part 1 of a 2-part series, I share a conversation with a good friend of mine, John Frauenhoffer. John

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46:29

Real Friends - Mom‘s Roundtable - Part 2

Real Friends ·

2021/10/20

Today we continue our conversation with three of my favorite moms – Sarah, Christina, and Sandy. We continue to discuss both the challenges and the rewards they encounter as both moms and all the other roles they fill in in day-in, day-out life. If you enjoyed the first part of our conversation, I’m sure you will enjoy this second part equally as well. Thank you for listening, this is “Real Friends”. Topics Favorite Kid’s Show – and can you sing the theme song? Addictive Nature of Technology –

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01:00:41

Real Friends - Mom‘s Roundtable -Part 1

Real Friends ·

2021/10/13

Today we switch things up a bit and chat with three of my favorite moms – Sarah, Christina, and Sandy. Not only are these women full time moms, they also have full time jobs outside of the home. How do you strike a balance between kids, work, spouse, friends, God, and still find time for yourself? Or can you? Listen to these three honest, insightful moms and discover for yourself. Thank you for listening, this is “Real Friends”. Topics Introduction - how many kids do you have/ages, and what

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01:08:13

Real Friends - Rob Jimenez - Part 3

Real Friends ·

2021/09/29

Who drives to Las Vegas to get married on April Fool’s Day? And why would you move from Los Angeles, California to a smaller, lesser-known destination like St. Louis, Missouri – especially in the middle of January? These topics along with family, faith, and future goals are just some of the topics we cover in this final episode of Rob Jimenez’s story. If you enjoyed the first two episodes, I’m sure you will enjoy this final episode. It’s filled with the same honest insights and laughter as

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01:00:19

Real Friends - Rob Jimenez - Part 2

Real Friends ·

2021/09/22

What’s your fondest memories of your mom and dad? Do you have one? In spite of his parent’s divorce and a challenging home life which left him living on the streets of Los Angeles at 14, Rob still shares fond memories of both of his mom and dad and reminds us of the unconditional love most children instinctively have for their parents. Today in part 2 of this 3-part series, Rob shares his experience as a first generation Hispanic-American, what it was like to grow up in a diverse neighborhood

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01:01:31

Real Friends - Rob Jimenez - Part 1

Real Friends ·

2021/09/15

Do you have any friends who just naturally make you laugh? There is just a connection, a chemistry that leads to good old fashioned laughter? Well, that's my friend Rob Jimenez. Rob is a first generation Hispanic-American born in the United States. Only his mom didn’t want him to focus on his Hispanic heritage. Instead, she wanted him to focus on the fact that he was American. We discuss those sort of family dynamics along with other challenges he faced growing up on the streets of Los

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01:16:11

Real Friends - Just For Fun

Real Friends ·

2021/09/04

It’s fun to share some of the real-life stories of my real friends, but every once and a while you need to do something silly or something on the surface that doesn’t seem to make sense at all – right? Like posting pictures of a favorite meal, posting videos of gamers playing their favorite video games, or even kids posting videos reviewing their favorite toys. In similar fashion, you are invited to attend or listen-in on our “2021 Fantasy Football Draft”. Pretty exciting, right? I know, it’s

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01:12:34

Real Friends - 20-Something Roundtable - Part2

Real Friends ·

2021/09/01

Think about when you were in your twenties. What were the biggest joys and challenges you faced during that season of life? Can you remember? Today we resume our conversation with some of my favorite “20 Somethings” as we discuss mental health, relationships, and the role of God in their lives. Excuse the background noise, as we recorded our conversation in a local restaurant that was noisy but fun. Listen to their open, honest, wonderful conversations as they discuss both the joys and

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01:08:53

Real Friends - 20-Something Roundtable - Part 1

Real Friends ·

2021/08/18

Think about when you were in your twenties. Do you think it’s easier or more challenging to be a 20-something these days? It’s a far different world from when many of us were in our twenties. Is that a good thing? A bad thing? Or neither? Today we switch things ups and chat with some of my favorite 20-somethings about the challenges they face during their current season of life. Career, finances, independence, physical/mental/emotional health – the list goes on and on - along with a key

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01:13:43

Real Friends - Brint Sharp

Real Friends ·

2021/08/05

Divorce clearly has an impact on all affected parties. This is especially true for kids when it happens early in life. Brint's parents got divorced when he was 6 years old which left him with a sense of insecurity and abandonment early in life. Brint's sense of insecurity coupled with the lack of a strong male role model and father figure thrust Brint into a lifestyle of drugs, alcohol, and unhealthy relations all in an attempt to escape the recurring pain and abandonment he experienced in life.

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01:02:54

Real Friends - Justin Sheehan - Part 2

Real Friends ·

2021/07/21

Today in part 2 of a 2-part series, we conclude a conversation I had with a good friend of mine, Justin Sheehan. Growing up, Justin battled with tough family issues, alcoholism, drug abuse, unhealthy relationships, and even flirted with death on several occasions. In his late teens, he was severely beaten by a gang of guys that left him in critical condition in the hospital. Have you ever needed a second chance or fresh start in life but didn’t know how or if that opportunity would ever come

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01:09:20

Real Friends - Justin Sheehan - Part 1

Real Friends ·

2021/07/06

Today in part 1 of a 2-part series, I share a conversation with a good friend of mine, Justin Sheehan. Growing up, Justin battled with tough family issues, alcoholism, drug abuse, unhealthy relationships, and even flirted with death on several occasions. In his late teens, he was severely beaten by a gang of guys that left him in critical shape in the hospital. Have you ever needed a second chance or fresh start in life but didn’t know how or if that opportunity would ever come along? Have you

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01:12:37

Real Friends - Mona Langenberg

Real Friends ·

2021/06/23

Today I share a delightful conversation with a friend of mine, Mona Langenberg. Mona is a single mother of 3 kids, a successful business woman, an athlete and the catalyst behind Go!STL. She is also embarking on a new season of life with the belief that the ultimate finish line is love. Can you raise a family, run a successful business and still have a second chance at a meaningful, loving relationship in life? Listen to my friend, Mona Langenberg, and discover for yourself. This is “Real

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01:07:05

Real Friends - Mark Spewak

Real Friends ·

2021/06/08

Today I chat with a friend of mine, Mark Spewak. Mark is an athlete, entrepreneur, and owner of his own business called Spewak Training. As a lifelong runner, Mark never dreamed of being a running coach. However, after several encouraging conversations, Mark eventually started his own business in 2015 and now runs a successful coaching business dedicated to putting his clients and athletes first. What’s it take to follow your passions and start you own business? Listen to my friend, Mark

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01:07:14

Real Friends - Trina Vargas

Real Friends ·

2021/06/01

Today I chat with a new friend of mine, Trina Vargas. Trina is an actress, singer, consultant, and host of The Trina Vargas Show. She is attractive, intelligent, & witty and excited about her current season of life. But what does her future look like? Listen to my new friend, Trina Vargas, and discover for yourself. This is “Real Friends”. https://www.facebook.com/vargas.trina/about https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=trina+vargas+show The audio for this podcast was recorded with ZOOM

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