Best Payitforward Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 33 Vernessie Joseph-Burbank 27:18

3y ago27:18

27:18

In this podcast episode Vernessie speaks about growing, changing, starting her new business after working for the Los Angeles County for 27 years, family, faith, losing loved ones, health, growing hair locs for ten years and then losing her hair due to menopause, facing and accepting the new journey that she is on, learning to let go, learning to b…

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Episode 32 Krystal & RaShawna (Shoutout To The Mothers All Over The World!) 35:51

3y ago35:51

35:51

Happy Mothers Day to the mothers, all over the world! On this episode Krystal Brown & RaShawna Lindsey share what their journey has been like as mothers, challenges that they have faced, their support systems, their "Me Time" as mothers, what their child means to them, proud moments, uplifting moments, lessons learned along the way, moments when th…

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Episode 31 Daniel Kilby (How to Survive Homelessness) 31:16

3+ y ago31:16

31:16

Daniel talks about surviving homelessness as a child and as an adult, people that crossed his path that helped him along the way, starting his own business, community work, family, having to be responsible for his siblings at a young age because his mom wasn't stable at the time, being in foster care, dealing with depression, how he overcame his st…

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Episode 30 JayBee "Just Believe" 38:48

3+ y ago38:48

38:48

JayBee shares about her love for the entertainment industry, discovering her talents, how it all started, how she became active within her community, working with the Mayor (Aja Brown) of Compton California in 2018, creating and hosting the Compton On Mic show, her TEDx Talk called (Celebrating Your Cancer), different events that she has been apart…

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Episode 29 Rukiyah Polk (Be A Goal Digger Not A Gold Digger) 35:51

3+ y ago35:51

35:51

Rukiyah talks about being a teen mom, her first child being born with Down Syndrome, Autism and having to undergo two heart surgeries. She talks about homeschooling her children, dealing with depression, trying to commit suicide as a teen, family, setting boundaries, running her business, building wealth, helping others, and how she made changes to…

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Episode 28 Josiah Bruny (The Ignorance Stops Here) 27:15

3+ y ago27:15

27:15

Josiah talks about why he started his organization (Music Changing Lives), celebrating 23 years of business, helping the youth, helping the community, the work that he and his team is doing in the community, life challenges, life lessons, raising his sons, the legacy that he wants to create for his sons, being surrounded with people that are in his…

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Episode 27 Precious Vasquez (Find That 1 Thing That Keeps Pushing You) 25:00

3+ y ago25:00

25:00

Precious is a 16 year old that started her own nail business in 2020. Precious talks about starting her business, what made her start her business, friends that supported her, balancing school and running a business, the things that are important to her, her plans after high school, going to college, her plan for her nail business, the things that …

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Episode 26 Stevevonna Evans (Be You At All Times) 30:01

4y ago30:01

30:01

Stevevonna talks about family, faith, finances, her new career path that educates and helps families build wealth, having a mentor, education, helping others, wanting more out of life and taking the steps to get there, working in the community, the things that made her want to get involved in the community, being apart of the Adelanto City Council,…

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Episode 25 Jimmy Anderson (Basketball Was My Outlet) 29:14

4y ago29:14

29:14

Jimmy talks about growing up in a foster home, playing basketball, wanting more out of life, family, his children, starting his own business as a youth basketball trainer, life lessons, his relationship with God, what keeps him grounded, forgiving himself for past mistakes, building healthy relationships, the importance of communication. He also sh…

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Episode 24 Adrian Simmons (A Teacher Told Me That I Wasn't College Material) 27:08

4y ago27:08

27:08

Adrian talks about his desire to give back, how he grew up, family, career, starting his own business, his determination to succeed, growing up poor, being a coach, realizing that he was more capable than he thought he was growing up, putting in the time and effort if he wanted to succeed, learning to figure things out, being in special education c…

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Episode 23 C.J. Page (Nothing Is Given To You For Free) 32:19

4y ago32:19

32:19

C.J. Page talks about his organization "CHAN" , how it got started, what led him to starting the organization, being in the military, being a peace officer, losing his mom while in the military and wanting to give up, life, listening to his elders, being a voice within the community, helping families, education, wanting to making a difference in th…

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Episode 22 Frank Kelly (Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets) 38:07

4y ago38:07

38:07

Frank talks about how his organization "No Drugs America" got started, family, being a grandfather, how losing his mom changed his life, raising awareness about drugs, being married over 40 years, overcoming drug addiction, rejoining churching, his relationship with God, his experience with having COVID 19, working in the community, impacting the l…

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Episode 21 Angeline Rodriguez-Haywood (Is This Right For Me?) 29:35

4y ago29:35

29:35

Angeline shared how she came from a family of nurses and health care professionals which lead her into the medical field, being in the hospital for nine days with COVID-19 and the outpour of support that her and her family received, going through a divorce, lessons that she has learned, how she is working to better herself, and how she's always lov…

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Episode 20 Christina Kennedy (Don't Believe The Hype) 31:26

4y ago31:26

31:26

Christina talks about how she loves helping people and working in the community, family, being a mother, dealing with depression and turning to alcohol, being a empty nester, how her children have experienced depression, meeting her husband at 12 years old, and having a relationship with God. Facebook- High Desert Second Chance Organization…

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Episode 19 Regina Weatherspoon-Bell (Courage,Faith,Honesty,and Being Truthful With Yourself) 37:30

4y ago37:30

37:30

Regina talks about what made her want to become more apart of the community, career, family, being a mother, being a business owner, her Dreamers, Visionary, and Leaders Project that provide scholarships to students, challenges she's faced, self acceptance, and how courage, faith, honesty, and being truthful with herself made a positive impact on h…

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Episode 18 Virginia Romero (My Struggles Made Me Who I Am Today) 29:52

4y ago29:52

29:52

Virginia talks about becoming blind at the age of 18 due to a gun shot wound, raising her three children, going back to school, determination, not giving up, working with the youth in juvenile halls and youth camps, using her story to motivate at risk youth, family support, and life challenges that she has overcome. Email: [email protected]…

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Episode 17 Ana Brenes (Holding On To God, Got Me Through) 31:44

4y ago31:44

31:44

Ana talks about her legal service business, health issues with one of her children, leaving an unhealthy relationship, her relationship with God, being a single mom of six children, providing a good life for her children, and not giving up even when she wanted to. Business Phone: 760-680-9138

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Episode 16 Modest Jones (Life, Loss, and Loving The Skin You're In) 36:34

4y ago36:34

36:34

Modest Jones shares about what led her to starting her business, the loss of her grandfather, continuing to strive for her and her children, loving the skin that she's in, experiences she's had when wearing her hair in an afro, or straight, and the recent project that she was apart of called "My Mane Problem". Email: [email protected]…

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Episode 15 Tasha Champion (Owning Your Truth) 29:24

4y ago29:24

29:24

Tasha talks about her new book "Shenomenal Women" that can be purchased on Amazon, experiencing low points in her life and choosing not to give up, being in a unhealthy relationship, being a single mother, owning her truth and holding herself accountable, her passion for helping others, building positive relationships with other women, and how God …

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Episode 14 Kara Rooney (Accepting Yourself, and Knowing Your Worth) 26:19

4y ago26:19

26:19

Kara talks about how she has a passion for helping the youth due to her own life struggles, dealing with depression at certain points in her life as a youth, and as an adult. She shares about learning to believe and accept herself, and how she practice mindfulness to keep her balanced. www.familyassist.org…

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Episode 13 Preston Lynch (Zone Fitness 25/8) 23:59

4y ago23:59

23:59

Preston shares why, he started Zone Fitness 25/8, the importance of exercising, eating healthy, and how it can have a positive impact in your life and self-esteem. Instagram: @zonefitness258

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Episode 12 Ramon Smith Sr. (Live, Laugh, Love and Crohn's Disease) 40:15

4y ago40:15

40:15

Ramon shares what his journey has been like with Crohn's Disease, being in the hospital for 47 days during the pandemic without being able to see family, how he used Facebook to help him get through the process, how friends showed a tremendous amount of support, and how his daughter and wife was his motivation for getting well.…

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Episode 11 Brigette Martinez (Lashes, Make Up, and Community Work) 33:14

4y ago33:14

33:14

Brigette shares about her passion for working in the community, life, family, how her past job played a role in starting her new business, losing a loved one and how it changed her life, and experiencing depression during the pandemic. Brigette recently started a new business called "Brigette's Beauty Bar". Her website is listed below for more info…

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Episode 10 Michael Grabhorn (Remember Who You Are) 32:24

4y ago32:24

32:24

Michael talks about retiring early from the school district after 20 years, working in Mental Health, working in the community, overcoming drug addiction, experiencing depression and bipolar, helping others and living a positive life

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Episode 9 Cartez Lewis (Move In Silence) 37:41

4y ago37:41

37:41

Cartez talks about being fired from his job and how that encouraged him to strive harder in his work life. He talks about things that have inspired him along the way, his children, his wife, reading books, wanting more out of life, not people pleasing, and letting the walls down because he was guarded due to disappointments in his life. Instagram: …

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Episode 8 David Edwards (Someone Believed In Me) 33:51

4y ago33:51

33:51

David talks about his mentoring organization, his passion for helping the youth, how the pastor at his church encouraged him to choose a line of work that worked with the youth, dealing with cancer, continuing to strive, people that have crossed his path that helped shape his life, and how his life was changed because someone believed in him, when …

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Episode 7 Dr. Sarah Shabazz 29:16

4y ago29:16

29:16

Dr. Sarah Shabazz shares about her love for teaching children and others, writing children books, becoming a widow twice, her determination to succeed, and receiving her PhD. www.drsarahshabazz.com

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Episode 6 Michelle Rivera-Vasquez 37:59

4y ago37:59

37:59

Michelle shares about how she loved looking at houses as a child, being raised by a single mother, losing her father, struggles along the way, being in real estate over 15 years, flipping houses, and building a better life for her and her family. Facebook: Michelle Rivera-Vasquez

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Episode 5 Unique Lewis 39:08

4y ago39:08

39:08

Unique shares how she changed her eating habits, started practicing yoga, and the positive affect that it had on her life. Instagram: @Iam_yogi_nique

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Episode 4 Gregory Miles X 29:48

4y ago29:48

29:48

On this episode Greg talks about his book "Beg 4 Mercy" which is available on Amazon. He also shares some life lessons, things that he has gone through, things that are important to him, what helps him maintain a positive mindset, and how he keeps the balance in his life. Instagram - @milesfelony

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Episode 3 Jackie Valenzuela 34:58

4y ago34:58

34:58

Jackie is a Real Estate Coach, Reiki Practitioner, and she also teaches about Ayurveda (Health & Wellness). She talks about what her life journey has been like, awareness, the importance of listening to your body, and how her line of work ties in together. Instagram - @bodyworksreiki_

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Episode 2 Jobi Wood 33:58

4y ago33:58

33:58

A Community Domestic Violence Advocate shares her story and how she believes, that her line of work chose her. www.familyassist.org

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Episode 1 Esperanza Carmona-Mejia 38:59

4y ago38:59

38:59

Two teenage cottage sisters that were headed for destruction, but turned their lives around for the good. Instagram- @espy.cmejia

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Myshekas New Podcast Launch 3:22

4+ y ago3:22

3:22

We will be talking about life, successes, struggles, never giving up, happiness, and mental health etc. Join us and get uplifted!!! www.myshekaross.com Instagram [email protected]_podcast

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227: Why I Am Competing in a Fitness Competition: 5 Steps to Achieving Any Vision 16:27

8y ago16:27

16:27

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 227 of Life on Fire. Hey hey! Welcome to episode 227 of Life on Fire. Today’s show is a personal one for me and was a tough show to make and share with you. A lot of people struggle with their weight and I have been one of them. I felt like I was out of integrity with Life on Fire and our mission because every other area…

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You Are Worthy, with Megan Unsworth 9:52

8y ago9:52

9:52

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 226 of Life on Fire. Today we've got a unique show for you! Instead of Nick or a guest of Nick's, I am here: the first lady of Life on Fire, Megan Unsworth. I’m sharing my very first experience preaching at our church, C3. The preach is called I Am Worthy and it is my personal testimony of finding God. Today’s show is ab…

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225: The 5 Steps to Achieving Anything 11:15

8y ago11:15

11:15

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 225 of Life on Fire. If you’re like most people you’ve set goals, you’ve probably even been really excited about your goals. But if you’re also like most people, you haven’t achieved ever goal you’ve created for yourself. Why don’t goals always work for everyone? Because they’re not as strong as declarations. After worki…

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224: Taking Courageous Action, with Michael O’Neal 25:31

8+ y ago25:31

25:31

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 224 of Life on Fire. We all know the importance of taking action, but what happens when you’ve been put through the ringer? Are you still able to take those bold actions and say yes to your dreams? Our guest for today did and it’s made all the difference in his life. Michael O’Neal of The Solopreneur Hour joins us for th…

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223: Why Character Is Critical To Success, with Shirley Solis 32:08

8+ y ago32:08

32:08

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 223 of Life on Fire. Character. Have you ever considered the role it plays in success? Whether it’s crossed your mind or not, our guest on this show is talking about why character is critical to success. Shirley Solis is here to share her story of taking a $10,000 grant and turning it into a six-figure business, as well …

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222: How to Grow Your Business With YouTube, with Jenn Beninger 39:40

8+ y ago39:40

39:40

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 222 of Life on Fire. Today we have one of our very own Life on Fire clients who is now a coach with us, Jenn Beninger. Jenn is here because she has an amazing story of going from in debt, overweight (her words!) and living in doubt, not enjoying her work, and dealing with uncertainty and turmoil. She was not living a Lif…

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The Three Keys to Rapid Growth, with Sebastian Huynh 1:08:29

8+ y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 221 of Life on Fire. We’ve got another very special guest for you on this show: Sabastian Huynh is an amazing man who has gone through some incredible transformational experiences in his life! Today he’s taking what he has learned from those transformations and helping others set their lives on fire. Sabastian is in char…

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Stretching Your Vision, with Dr. Matt Hubbard 1:00:57

8+ y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 220 of Life on Fire. Today’s guest is someone you should listen to not because of the size of his bank account or the success of his businesses, but because he is a walking, talking, living example of a Life on Fire. Dr. Matt Hubbard is my friend and mentor and one of the greatest teachers I know. He made an extra specia…

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219: Get Clear On Your Vision, Part Two, with Joseph McClendon III 37:09

8+ y ago37:09

37:09

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 219 of Life on Fire. This week is part two of our conversation with Joseph McClendon III. If you missed part one be sure to check out episode 218! Joseph is a brilliant personal development speaker, coach and author who is Tony Robbin’s right-hand man. He joined us at our recent Life on Fire weekend event, and spoke on t…

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218: Get Clear On Your Vision, with Joseph McClendon III (Part 1 of 2) 44:59

8+ y ago44:59

44:59

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 218 of Life on Fire. If you watch the Life on Fire episodes regularly you’ll surely remember today’s guest: Joseph McClendon III. If you haven’t caught Joseph on this show before, he’s Tony Robbins’ righthand man and he is incredible. Joseph has spoken to over 4.5 million people around the globe and today he’s back to ta…

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217: Develop an Unbeatable Mind, with Mark Divine 1:24:26

8+ y ago1:24:26

1:24:26

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 217 of Life on Fire. Today another awesome guest is joining us, Mark Divine. You may have heard Mark before, but on this episode he shares stories he’s never shared on this show! If you don’t know Mark he is one of the most decorated navy seals of our time; he graduated #1 in his buds class (that is the class you must gr…

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216: Real-life Success Stories to Inspire You 1:09:03

8+ y ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 216 of Life on Fire. Today we’ve got an extra special edition of the show - you’re going to see and hear the 2016 Inspirational Panel from our Life on Fire event. These guest speakers are real people who started out like you: wondering if they could actually achieve their dreams, and on this episode you’ll hear how their…

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215: Adventures with Aiden 5:41

8+ y ago5:41

5:41

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 215 of Life on Fire. One of the things we talk about on this show is what it means to have a life on fire: it means more than just having a fantastic business, it means enjoying and feeling fulfilled in every area of your life. From creating meaningful friendships to having great health, to feeling spiritually fulfilled …

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How to Successfully Host a Live Event 6:40

8+ y ago6:40

6:40

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 214 of Life on Fire. I’m so fired up for this episode - we’re talking about how to host a live event and how to do it the right way. Live events have been key for Life on Fire and I’ve learned a lot with each event I’ve hosted. On this episode I’ll share with you the inner workings and behind the scenes of what makes a l…

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213: Becoming a Best-Selling Author, with Andy Broadaway 14:33

8+ y ago14:33

14:33

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 213 of Life on Fire. Have you ever considered writing a book? Do you find yourself answering the same questions over and over again about your business? If you said yes to either - or both! - of these questions then today’s guest is your man. Andy Broadaway is a six-time best-selling author (yes six!) as well as the foun…

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The Power of Creative Storytelling, with Serious Take Productions 19:45

8+ y ago19:45

19:45

Hey hey! Welcome to episode 212 of Life on Fire. Do you know the story of your brand and the story behind why you do what you do? Knowing your story and sharing your story are two of the most powerful things an entrepreneur can do for their business. On this episode, I’m joined by Tamara and Danielle of Serious Take Productions. This dynamic duo fi…

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