Army of Normal Folks

14:03

They Came For Food. They Left With Financial Freedom

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/22

What if many food pantries (and other types of nonprofits)are solving the wrong problem? This week onShop Talk, Birch Community Services reveals a radically different model that helps families escape financial instability — and offers lessons that could reshape how you think about service, dignity, and what it actually takes to help people flourish.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:19

The Hidden Crisis Facing 14 Million Single Parent...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/19

Unannounced, Robert Beeson's ex-wife abandoned him and their 3 young daughters one morning. In this important episode, he vulnerably shares why single parents suffer in silence and how there were almost no resources available to 14 million fellow Americans in his position. So Robert did what every member of Army of Normal Folks does—he saw a need and he’s filling it. Today, his nonprofit “Solo Parent” has support groups in 18 states, on Army bases, worldwide virtually, a

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71:36

The Hidden Crisis Facing 14 Million Single Parent...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/19

Unannounced, Robert Beeson's ex-wife abandoned him and their 3 young daughters one morning. In this important episode, he vulnerably shares why single parents suffer in silence and how there were almost no resources available to 14 million fellow Americans in his position. So Robert did what every member of Army of Normal Folks does—he saw a need and he’s filling it. Today, his nonprofit “Solo Parent” has support groups in 18 states, on Army bases, worldwide virtually, a

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14:24

What If Success Isn’t What America Told You It Was?

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2026/05/15

What happens when a self-made millionaire realizes he’s losing everything that actually matters? This episode tells the unbelievable true story of Millard Fuller giving away $10 million (in today's dollars), intentionally making himself poor, and expectedly building one of the most well-known charities in America.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:43

70% of Foster Families Quit—And You Can Help Change...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/12

Within 3 years, 70% of foster families stop fostering—not because they don’t care, but often because they’re overwhelmed and unsupported. In this powerful conversation, Joshua Conley shares how Foster Village Memphis is helping keep foster families going through practical support, community, and relationships that change everything. Joshua will show you how your smalls act of support can make all the difference in the world!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee

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82:03

70% of Foster Families Quit—And You Can Help Change...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/12

Within 3 years, 70% of foster families stop fostering—not because they don’t care, but often because they’re overwhelmed and unsupported. In this powerful conversation, Joshua Conley shares how Foster Village Memphis is helping keep foster families going through practical support, community, and relationships that change everything. Joshua will show you how your smalls act of support can make all the difference in the world!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee

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14:51

The Plane Ride That Turned Steve Young Into an MVP...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/08

In this episode of Shop Talk, we unpack the unexpected plane ride conversation that transformed Steve Young from being stuck in victim mode into an NFL MVP — and why Stephen Covey’s challenge to “find out how good you can get” applies far beyond football. It’s a powerful story about ownership, mindset, and the moment you stop making excuses and start becoming who you’re capable of being.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener

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39:53

How Former Gangsters Pulled 1,000 People Out of Gang...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/05

How do you convince someone to walk away from a life they’d die for? In this episode, former gang member Beni Santibanez shares how“Hope 4 Da Hood” has helped over 1,000 people leave gang life by exposing their lie of loyalty and helping them discover their true identity & value. It’s a raw look at transformation and how you can help people break cycles that most never escape.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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83:01

How Former Gangsters Pulled 1,000 People Out of Gang...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/05

How do you convince someone to walk away from a life they’d die for? In this episode, former gang member Beni Santibanez shares how“Hope 4 Da Hood” has helped over 1,000 people leave gang life by exposing their lie of loyalty and helping them discover their true identity & value. It’s a raw look at transformation and how you can help people break cycles that most never escape.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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13:26

The Hidden Reason You Feel Overwhelmed—And It’s Not...

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/05/01

This Shop Talk gets into a hard truth: you don’t feel overwhelmed because your schedule is full—you feel overwhelmed because of expectations. We unpack why the very thing many are cutting—service and connection—might actually be the thing holding your life together.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:28

Why Your “Safe Life” Isn’t Actually Safe (Pt 1)

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/28

If every part of a community doesn't have the opportunity to flourish, the community can't flourish. Violence will penetrate your safety and all of us will suffer. Greg Spillyards felt convicted to shift from transactional real estate that made him more money to projects focused on transforming Memphis' forgotten places. And his story will show you how to make a deeper impact without leaving your career.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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76:25

Why Your “Safe Life” Isn’t Actually Safe (Pt 2)

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/28

If every part of a community doesn't have the opportunity to flourish, the community can't flourish. Violence will penetrate your safety and all of us will suffer. Greg Spillyards felt convicted to shift from transactional real estate that made him more money to projects focused on transforming Memphis' forgotten places. And his story will show you how to make a deeper impact without leaving your career.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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18:20

How to Build a Life That 10,000 People Show Up For

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/24

A 24-year-old man dies—and over 10,000 people show up to his funeral, revealing a hidden life of quietly showing up for others. This Shop Talk explores how Pier Giorgio Frassati built that kind of life—and how you can too.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:47

9/11 Isn’t History. It’s Still Happening (Pt 1)

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/21

2,977 people died on 9/11—but the tragedy didn’t end that day. Since then,over 3,000 people have died from Ground Zero-related illnesses, including409 FDNY firefighters—more than died on the day itself. Niels Jorgensen was part of a whole Army of Normal Folks who put their own lives at risk by volunteering to clean up Ground Zero for 8 months and he contracted the rarest form of leukemia that nearly killed him.This episode reveals the part of 9/11 that most Americans have never

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83:09

9/11 Isn’t History. It’s Still Happening (Pt 2)

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/21

2,977 people died on 9/11—but the tragedy didn’t end that day. Since then, over 3,000 people have died from Ground Zero-related illnesses, including 409 FDNY firefighters—more than died on the day itself. Niels Jorgensen was part of a whole Army of Normal Folks who put their own lives at risk by volunteering to clean up Ground Zero for 8 months and he contracted the rarest form of leukemia that nearly killed him. This episode reveals the part of 9/11 that most Americans have never

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13:43

How Service Became Someone Else’s Job

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/17

Service didn’t disappear—it got outsourced. In this Shop Talk, we unpack the trend of nonprofits shifting from relying on volunteers to paid staffmembers, how it’sweakening our communities—and why reclaiming responsibility starts with normal folks like you choosing to show up.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:34

How To Find Light in Life’s Darkest Corners (Pt 1)

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2026/04/14

Most people don’t find purpose after losing a child—Joe Herr did. After his 4 year-old son died from complications of having cerebral palsy, he started Logan’s Heart and Smiles, a nonprofit that’s helped 450 other families with disabilities by building wheelchair ramps and home modifications —and showing us how service can bring light to the darkest corners of our lives (and the lives of others).Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee

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41:36

How To Find Light in Life’s Darkest Corners (Pt 2)

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/14

Most people don’t find purpose after losing a child—Joe Herr did. After his 4 year-old son died from complications of having cerebral palsy, he started Logan’s Heart and Smiles, a nonprofit that’s helped 450 other families with disabilities by building wheelchair ramps and home modifications —and showing us how service can bring light to the darkest corners of our lives (and the lives of others).Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee

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13:30

Why Your Worst Mistake Doesn't Have to Define You

Army of Normal Folks ·

2026/04/10

In this Shop Talk, we unpack how Kobe Bryant’s powerful redemption story proves that your worst mistakes don't have to define you. And how An Army of Normal Folks can make a difference, even when our stories aren’t perfect!Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:32

The Crazy Pastor Teaching Us The Right Kind of Crazy...

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2026/04/07

Pastor Corey Brooks has helped transform the most violent area of Chicago into one that’s not in even in the top 35! And he’s done it by being utterly crazy—sleeping on a rooftop for 343 days in the Chicago winter to raise money, literally walking across America, and building a $40 million community center in the hood because they deserve it. Brooks will teach you how to act crazy (if you need to), as long as it’s just and for a just cause.Support the show:

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