Wonderful Life

Tom Rohr
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Wonderful Life is a podcast that highlights how one person's life impacts the lives of so many others. Guests on Wonderful Life strive to show compassion by recognizing and responding to those in need in our community and beyond. Be that through feeding the poor, encouraging the discouraged, or raising awareness/needed funds to alleviate a wide array of areas of concern—Wonderful Life promises to restore—or confirm—your suspicions there truly are angels among us.

  1. WL020: Rick Parker

    08/23/2018

    WL020: Rick Parker

    Rick Parker is a well-traveled man with an impressive resume by any standards, but his family and faith come first.  Living in Colorado in 1985, he met, fell in love, and married his wife Marianne.  Together, they have two children—James, and Jennifer, who is married to their son-in-law, Nick Reed.       Both Rick and Marianne grew up in military families who moved around the world.  Rick's memories of those years are intertwined with the many places they lived and visited. Seeing the Catholic faith practiced in so many different places and cultures remains a highlight for Rick to this day.    Rick is a West Point graduate and went on to serve for five years in several places across the globe.  After retiring from the army in 1990, Rick moved to Northwest Arkansas and went on to enjoy a 28-year career at Walmart where he continued to travel the world visiting Central and South America, Europe and Africa.  As in his military days, Rick also continued to experience and practice his Catholic faith both at home and abroad.    These days, Rick enjoys his granddaughter, Caroline, mentoring young people applying to West Point, honoring our fallen service men & women by placing flags on their graves at military cemeteries, volunteering at St. Vincent de Paul Church, as well as supporting the NWA Children's Center.

    46 min
  2. WL019: Jason Robinson

    07/23/2018

    WL019: Jason Robinson

    Integritech 3101 SW I St. Suite 33 Bentonville, AR 72712 jason@integritech.io http://www.integritech.io 479-202-6000   Our Purpose It all began with a simple idea. Small and medium-sized businesses rely on information technology just as much as large corporations, and they deserve tech support of the same quality that Fortune 500 companies can afford. This was the founding principle of IntegriTech, a top quality provider of technology solutions that can meet the demands of the tech-driven economy for businesses of all sizes. Technology has become a great equalizer, leveling the playing field and allowing smaller enterprises to compete with flagship companies in the global market. We have over 30 years of experience being the architect of information technology solutions for some of the most successful companies in the Fortune 100, helping them to modernize their network infrastructure and remain competitive in a market where technology is advancing at a breakneck pace. The founders of IntegriTech wanted to create a different kind of managed service company, combining integrity with our technological proficiency to provide solutions for businesses in all stages of development. The requirements of every business are different even if the underlying systems are largely the same. We listen to what you need to accomplish so that we can not only meet your needs today but can scale and support your company more efficiently as it grows. We resolved to tailor our services to the requirements of small and medium-sized businesses, creating realistic solutions and attainable goals within the budget that they have to work with. To accomplish this mission, we combine our decades of practical experience in the industry with innovations that can maximize productivity and significantly reduce unnecessary costs while upgrading and refining IT infrastructure and operations.   Our Pillars Total Trust. Trust goes both ways, and when you put your trust in us we protect your data and network integrity as if it was our own. Integrity Always. Integrity can be defined by what you do when no one is watching. Our goal is for you to never need to worry about your network. Genuine Care. "Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care". Listening to our customer is our greatest responsibility; we seek first to understand.

    59 min
  3. WL018: Will Hanna

    06/28/2018

    WL018: Will Hanna

    Contacts: https://www.hannafamilyranch.com https://www.facebook.com/hannaranch/   Arkansas Grown https://www.arkansasgrown.org   Home Grown by Hero's https://www.arkansasgrown.org/homegrown-by-heroes/   Veteran Farmer Coalition  https://www.farmvetco.org   Hanna Family Ranch was established to provide pasture raised, heritage pork and lamb to our family and friends. We follow all best practices as prescribed by the animal welfare association, and livestock conservancy. We are members of Arkansas Grown, Homegrown by Heroes and the Veteran Farmers Coalition. Our animals are raised on both lush pastures as well as cool wooded areas. Our animals live the way God intended. We raise two heritage breeds of hogs; Large Black and Berkshire. The Large Black Hog is a heritage breed that produces a very red and flavorful meat. The Berkshire Hog produces a finely marbled and high quality pork chop. Northwest Arkansas Children's Center http://nwacs.org The mission of the Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter is to provide a safe haven, high-quality care and hope for the future to children who have been abandoned, abused or neglected.

    1h 1m
  4. WL017: Hometown Suites Ministry

    06/21/2018

    WL017: Hometown Suites Ministry

    Contact Information: wefeednwa@gmail.com   Facebook: We Feed NWA   What Hometown Suites ministry does: We serve meals to those experiencing homelessness and the housing insecure residents at Hometowne Suites Hotel every Tuesday night with the help of community businesses, volunteers, and churches. We have social advocates who meet with the residents weekly to help them obtain resources, such as transportation, dental/medical services, jobs, and even housing.    Hometown Suites ministry why: Because we love our community! We aim to bridge the the societal, economic, and cultural divides that separate people one meal at a time!    Contributors to Hometown Suites Ministries: Child Advocacy Center  http://cacbentonco.com Restoration Village http://www.restorationvillage.net Hark NWA https://www.harknwa.com/ Mercy https://www.mercy.net/practice/mercy-hospital-northwest-arkansas/ New Heights Bentonville http://newheightsbentonville.com Cross Church http://crosschurch.com Fellowship NWA https://www.fellowshipnwa.org Keypoint Church https://www.keypointchurch.com First Baptist Church of Bentonville http://www.fbcbentonville.org/   All Saints Episcopal Church  https://www.allsaintsbentonville.org/

    47 min
  5. WL016: Ken Patterson

    06/07/2018

    WL016: Ken Patterson

    Ken Patterson, Executive Director Feed Communities Ken is the executive director for Feed Communities. He is responsible for leading the team to achieve growth and positively impact the region. He supports day-to-day operations, including creative program development and community partnerships, which ensure the organization is responsive to new opportunities to serve.

    49 min
  6. WL015: Dr. Jacob DuFour

    05/31/2018

    WL015: Dr. Jacob DuFour

    Centerton Family Eyecare 101 Dawn Dr.  Centerton, AR 72719 Phone: (479) 795-1411 The leading provider of quality vision care products and personalized optometric services in Centerton. Dr. Jacob Dufour   Dr. Dufour was raised in Rogers, enjoying the culture and outdoor activities offered by Northwest Arkansas. He earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry at the University of Arkansas and went on to graduate summa cum laude from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. His residency training in pediatric vision development and vision rehabilitation was completed in Seattle, WA through Pacific University. He is an active member of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association. Dr. Dufour's behavioral approach focuses on visual function in the context of other sensory and motor systems. Outside of clinic Dr. Dufour spends his time at Beaver Lake and enjoying good food, art, and music. Dr. Dufour had many interest growing up, but he finally settled on optometry. "I was very uncertain of what career path I wanted to pursue. I considered working in architecture, marketing, philosophy, and graphic design. Eventually I decided on optometry for its personal interaction and community service," said Dr. Dufour.   Interacting with kids is a pleasure for Dr. Dufour. "Some might say I'm a kid at heart. I've always enjoyed working with kids in my church youth group and as a summer camp counselor, so it seemed pretty natural to direct my career toward pediatrics. In the summer of 2013 I began working in a vision therapy clinic and immediately developed a passion for this population. In the case of vision development and pediatrics, I was moved by the influence vision therapy had on my young patients struggling with academics. In working with adults with acquired brain injuries, I gained an appreciation for the debilitating potential of functional vision loss and the joy of helping people return to independence and a normal daily life. In both cases I find that it is in vision therapy and rehabilitation that I am best able to impact the lives of my patients; and as such, I strive to continually improve my care so to provide the best quality of life for my patients."   The best is yet to come…. according to Dr. Dufour. "While the field of vision therapy has achieved much in the way of clinical and academic research, there is a vast amount still unknown in the neurophysiology of many common visual disorders. I believe that the most effective treatments for strabismus, amblyopia, and post-traumatic vision syndrome are yet to come, and they are to be found through continued study and research of the neuro-visual system. My hope is to participate in the advancement of the profession through contributing to this research."   Dr. Dufour is at our Centerton location Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

    42 min
  7. WL014: Virginia Germann

    05/03/2018

    WL014: Virginia Germann

    Dress For Success Northwest Arkansas   Virginia Germann   virginia@dressforsuccessnwa.org   http://northwestarkansas.dressforsuccess.org   Mission: We empower women to achieve financial independence by providing a network of services, professional attire, and development tools to help them thrive in work and in life.   100 N. Dixieland Road, Suite B8 Rogers, Arkansas 72756 United States of America 479.276.3433   Hours of Operation & Donation Drop-off: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 am-5:00pm Tuesday & Thursday: 10:00am-6:00pm First Saturday of the month: 9:00am-11:00am   What We Do   Our Vision Our vision is a world where women do not live in poverty. We strive for a world where all women are financially independent, are treated with dignity and respect and are directly impacting their lives and those of their families. We aspire to a world that fully harnesses the power of women and recognizes their role in economic sustainability.   Our Purpose "we are about much more than simply a new outfit" Our purpose is to offer long-lasting solutions that enable women to break the cycle of poverty. Dress for Success is part of a global movement for change, empowering women to obtain safer and better futures.   We provide each client with professional attire to secure employment, but we are about much more than simply a new outfit. Besides physically equipping the client with apparel and accessories, our programs furnish her with a confidence that she carries forever and the knowledge that she can actively define her life, the direction she takes and what success means to her.   Our Beliefs Every woman has the right to realize her full potential and achieve financial independence in a more egalitarian world. We believe that with the proper education, tools and action this world is possible. Poverty often affects women the most, and its effects on them and their families can be long-lasting. Therefore, addressing women's needs is central to improving the quality of life for not only that woman but also her family, future generations and her community. In fact, recognizing the significant role of women in economic development is the smart thing to do, as well as being socially and morally right.   We believe that achieving gender equality is imperative to developing a sustainable and just world for all, which is possible by acknowledging the crucial role that women play in the world economy.   We believe that by building up a woman's agency and knowledge, better synergies between gender equality and economic sustainability are realized, enabling her to generate a long-term impact in both her private and public life.   Working Together We are an ever-expanding network of affiliates who work together with referral agencies, volunteers and companies across the world to make a big impact in women's lives. By supporting each other, we can reach a greater number of women and make our vision a reality.   Who We Are A network of tremendously dedicated, energetic and generous people make it possible for Dress for Success to fulfill its mission. From the staff and board who build the infrastructure, raise the funds needed to operate and implement our programs to the volunteers who make it possible for us to serve thousands of women annually, our success is truly a team effort.   We are grateful that we have so many devoted supporters and look forward to introducing them to each of you. Check back for more information about the women, men and organizations who make it possible for Dress for Success to empower women globally.

    34 min
  8. WL013: Tony Brink - Hurt So Good

    04/26/2018

    WL013: Tony Brink - Hurt So Good

    Tony Brink 1400 West Walnut Street Suite 117 Rogers, AR 72756 Phone: 479-633-8433   At Essential Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork we understand that no two people are alike.  Our goal is to provide a variety of holistic therapies that will complement you and your lifestyle.   Each massage is tailored to meet your specific needs.  We believe wellness is found when we learn to balance our body, mind & spirit.  Through relaxation and pain relief we can help you achieve this balance.   Swedish massage is the most common type of massage. If you are new to massage it is a great place to start. During a session your therapist will combine traditional techniques characterized by stroking, kneading, friction, and sometimes percussion. Swedish massage reduces muscular tension, enhances circulation, and leaves you with an overall sense of well-being.   Hot Stone massage incorporates the benefits of heat and massage therapy. During a session your therapist will place stones on specific areas of the body and also use hot stones to massage your muscles. Heat generated from the stones improves circulation and aids in relaxation. Hot Stone massage can benefit anyone and can be useful on muscles that are difficult to relax.   Neuromuscular Therapy is a specialized form of Deep-tissue massage that addresses underlying muscle groups, fascia, and trigger points. During a session your therapist will use friction and focused pressure to relieve muscular pain and discomfort. Neuromuscular Therapy can relieve a variety of symptoms, and when combined with other therapies it offers a sense of deep relaxation.   CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle form of bodywork that addresses the head, spinal column, and sacrum. During a session your therapist will use gentle pressure to release compression in areas that hold stress. Craniosacral Therapy is performed while clothed, so be sure to wear comfortable clothing. You will find this technique deeply relaxing. It is also known to relieve migraines, neck and back pain, and anxiety.   Deep-tissue massage sounds like what it is, deep pressure massage. During a session your therapist will use firm pressure that concentrates on underlying muscle groups and fascia in the body to relieve underlying pain patterns and other physical ailments. It is important to communicate your needs to your therapist to achieve a proper level of pressure. Deep-tissue massage can also break up scar tissue and provide stress relief.   Reflexology is a Chinese style of bodywork used to relieve tension and promote wellness. During a session your therapist will apply focused pressure to reflex points, primarily on your feet, that effect every part of your body. Reflexology can be relaxing as well as invigorating. It also can provide relief for those suffering from foot pain.   Fascial Release is a form of therapy that focuses on relieving tissues that restrict movement and cause imbalance in the body. During a session your therapist will apply gentle sustained pressure to improve movement and circulation in the body. Fascial Release is often combined with other therapies to optimize relaxation and pain relief.   Massage cupping, inspired by an ancient technique used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, uses negative pressure on the skin's service to facilitate healing and relaxation. During a session your therapist will use glass or plastic cups and suction, to loosen underlying fascia and connective tissue. Suction can range from light to heavy and the movements performed by the therapist can be stimulating or sedating.

    23 min
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Wonderful Life is a podcast that highlights how one person's life impacts the lives of so many others. Guests on Wonderful Life strive to show compassion by recognizing and responding to those in need in our community and beyond. Be that through feeding the poor, encouraging the discouraged, or raising awareness/needed funds to alleviate a wide array of areas of concern—Wonderful Life promises to restore—or confirm—your suspicions there truly are angels among us.

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  • Creator
    Tom Rohr
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    2K
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © St. Anthony of Padua Educational Association
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