27 episodes

Kevin Jaklevic sits down with people from all walks of life to probe into their life stories with a focus on what unique experiences and perspectives helped them persevere challenges. What was the tipping point that allowed them to reframe their struggle and what did they learn? What life lessons have they learned that could help others? Kevin invites you to listen and join the conversation along with his guests in a collective experiment to make our lives a little easier to navigate. We all think we know those in our lives, but tune in and discover, “You Know Jak” Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ykjpodcast/support

You Know Jak Kevin Jaklevic

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Kevin Jaklevic sits down with people from all walks of life to probe into their life stories with a focus on what unique experiences and perspectives helped them persevere challenges. What was the tipping point that allowed them to reframe their struggle and what did they learn? What life lessons have they learned that could help others? Kevin invites you to listen and join the conversation along with his guests in a collective experiment to make our lives a little easier to navigate. We all think we know those in our lives, but tune in and discover, “You Know Jak” Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ykjpodcast/support

    27 - Suicide Awareness with Chris H.

    27 - Suicide Awareness with Chris H.

    Chris H is a Missouri boy that now calls Bunker Hill, IL home. He has a wife and two kids, a love for God, flying planes and helping other people. He joins the program to talk about his ongoing struggle with depression and anxiety, in the hope of helping anyone who may be still struggling. 
    If you or anyone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, contact the "National Suicide Prevention Lifeline" at 800-273-8255

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    • 1 hr 5 min
    26 - Dr. Heather Von Bevern

    26 - Dr. Heather Von Bevern

    Heather Von Bevern is a mother, Doctor and proud KU alum. She joins Kevin to talk about life growing up in their shared small town, her years of education/training, moving her family Australia, and what it has been like to work in the medical field during a global pandemic.


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    • 1 hr 7 min
    25 - Tommy Karlas

    25 - Tommy Karlas

    Tommy Karlas is a veteran Singer/Songwriter in Nashville, Tennessee. He has worked with a number of major country music stars in the last 20 years, including Montgomery Gentry, who recorded his #1 hit, "Roll With Me" in 2009. He sits down with your host to talk about the ups and downs of the music industry and what keeps him coming back. Check out Tommy's debut album "Put It In Drive" available on all streaming platforms. For more information, visit Tommy's website - https://tommykarlasmusic.com/home


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    • 31 min
    24 - Mike Jacobi

    24 - Mike Jacobi

    Mike Jacobi is a Missouri native, Vietnam Veteran, and successful businessman who now calls Kansas City, Kansas home. We talk childhood, war stories, family, and business. This episode hits home. Join me as I get to know some of my childhood best friend's father on an entirely new level. 


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    • 1 hr 1 min
    23 - Phil "The Barber" Potter

    23 - Phil "The Barber" Potter

    Phil Potter is somewhat of a local legend in Kansas City, Kansas. He became a barber at the age of 19 and had quick success. Business was great, but Phil's personal life was in shambles. We talk about the struggle to balance his business, family, and his drug/alcohol habit. Tune in to hear what it was like, what happened, and what life is like now for the Wyandotte County Legend!

     

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    • 1 hr 9 min
    22 - Heather Harris

    22 - Heather Harris

    Heather Harris is a mother, wife, author, school teacher and a person in recovery from a mental health illness. At the age of 26, Heather was institutionalized and later diagnosed with a mental illness. After a 10 day stay in the hospital, Heather felt compelled to share her story. She Authored a book to share her story. Kevin and Heather talk about early life, growing up on a farm, and much much more. 

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    • 40 min

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