Stories That Move

Michelle Smith-Ledrew's fashion journey began with a childhood love of sketching outfits and creating "looks for less" in her small hometown of Mentone, Indiana. That spark of creativity eventually l…

Jim Grant's remarkable journey from political scientist to sailing entrepreneur unfolds as a testament to curiosity, resilience, and the power of pursuing passion. As the founder of Sailrite, Jim tra…

The difference between companies that retain top talent and those with revolving doors often comes down to one thing: a culture of belonging. In this illuminating conversation with workplace belongin…

What makes some organizations thrive for decades while others fade away after a promising start? Jesse Oxford, founder and creative director of Ox Creative, has spent years pondering this question—no…

What happens when your identity is shattered on national television? When strength fails you at the moment you need it most? For Angela Gargano, six-time American Ninja Warrior competitor, Miss Fitne…

What happens when artistry meets community service in a small Midwestern town? The story of Kira Lace Hawkins and the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts reveals the extraordinary magic that unfolds when…

In this conversation, Jesse Cody shares his journey from a successful athlete to founding Hike the Good Hike, an organization dedicated to promoting mental health through nature. He discusses his per…

In this conversation, Todd Elliott shares his journey from a childhood immersed in church activities to becoming the president of Fusion Productions and the founder of the FILO Conference.  He discus…

In this engaging conversation, director Corry Wiens shares his journey from making goofy high school films to becoming a successful filmmaker in Los Angeles. He discusses the importance of leadership…

In this episode of Stories That Move, hosts Matt Deuel and Alexis Grant, interview Tyler Thompson, a writer and executive producer of the hit series The Chosen. They explore Tyler's creative journey,…

In this episode of Stories That Move, hosts Matt and Erica Deuel engage with Sea Grandon, a contemporary art advisor and director of Atelier, an art gallery in Warsaw. They explore the significance o…

Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Todd and Cindy Schoenbarger, who redefine what it means to transition into retirement. With a compelling narrative around their journey into "Life 2.0," the…

In this episode of "Stories that Move," we’re talking all about trust in the nonprofit world with James Bladel, Chief Strategy Officer of Historic. James shares his years of experience helping nonpro…

What happens when your soul is as parched as the world around you? Join us as we sit down with Mindy Caliguire, founder and president of Soul Care, to unravel the profound necessity of soul care and …

World traveler and adventurer Micah Lemasters takes us on an extraordinary journey from the serene landscapes of Winona Lake, Indiana, to the vibrant and diverse cultures of Madagascar and the Domini…

Judge Linda Davis, a distinguished public servant from Michigan, joins us to share her transformative journey in understanding addiction. From her beginnings as a teacher to her impactful career as a…

Discover the journey of John Ratliff, a dynamic entrepreneur who transformed his childhood knack for business into the foundation of Apple Tree Answers, a call center company that grew to 24 location…

What would you do if a life-altering event pointed you towards a path you never intended to take? Josh Wildman, CEO of Wildman Business Group, takes us on a remarkable journey from a career-ending wa…

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Michael Tsangaris, a leading pediatric pulmonologist from Riley Hospital for Children, who opens up about his remarkable journey from facing medical sc…

Join us for a captivating conversation with Karen Polkinghorne, president of Network Partners, as she takes us through her extraordinary career from packaging engineer to a leader in the orthopedic i…