Good to be Alive! Show

Tim Long
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It's Good to be Alive!  'Good to Be Alive' is a celebration of the stories, conversations, and moments that makes life so much fun living.  Hosted by Tim Long ... (TimLong.me), each episode brings you into the lives of extraordinary (and everyday) people with amazing stories.  And, an occasional tip on 'Having Fun With Anxiety' (Plauzzable.com/Comedian/Tim-Long).  If you're alive and believe in the power of testimonies and storytelling—this podcast is for you! For some of our video episodes, please visit (Rumble.com/c/GoodtobeAlive)

  1. 4d ago

    Dock Ellis' LSD-Fueled No-No with Kirk McCarley of ESPN

    Our ESPN friend Kirk McCarley is back on the Show to spin some more sports yarn. Today we're talking about the start of College Football and Dock Ellis' LSD-Fueled No-No on June 12, 1970. The Pittsburgh Pirates played the San Diego Padres at San Diego Stadium. The starting pitcher for the Pirates, the mercurial and idiosyncratic Dock Ellis, had forgotten that it was his day to pitch and had taken LSD at around noon in Los Angeles. Shortly afterwards he found out it was in fact his starting day so he was hustled onto a plane and he took the mound at 6pm. The rest is history. Instead of impeding his ability to throw accurate pitches, the psychedelic compound seemed to leave “trails” that actually helped his placement. Kirk is not only a seasoned Statistician with ESPN, but also an Executive Coach and Author. You'll hear us talk about his book titled, 'Thoughts for My Kids...and Other People's Kids.' It's a great read and almost like you're in the same room with Kirk and he's talking with you. Buy Kirk's book here --> KirkMcCarleyAuthor.com Connect with Kirk and schedule a discovery call here --> TheSeedSowerCoach.com This is the organization Kirk is referring to that supports athletes beyond sport and empowers them to overcome the challenges of athletic retirement --> AthletesSoul.org Video of interview --> https://rumble.com/v7fb2qe-dock-ellis-lsd-fueled-no-no-with-kirk-mccarley-of-espn.html Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

  2. 5d ago

    Six Components for an Effective Apology

    Here are Six Components for an Effective Apology. 1. An expression of regret 2. An explanation of what went wrong  3. An acknowledgment of responsibility  4. A declaration of repentance  5. An offer of repair  6. A request for forgiveness This is in large part from Roy Lewicki - “Trust Expert” and Professor Emeritus of Management and Human Resources at The Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business.  This came out of a study where 700 people reacted to apologies that contained from 1 to all 6 of these.  The more components, the more effective.  Two key components - 1. Acknowledgment of responsibility, and 2. Offer of repair  Empathy and timing are vital as well.  Video of Show --> https://rumble.com/v7f9hea-six-components-for-an-effective-apology.html Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

  3. 6d ago

    A Short Course in Feelings With Dr. Rick Kirschner, Here's a Tip...Go Yell in the Woods

    We're excited to have Dr. Rick Kirschner back in the studio for Labor Day!  Dr. Kirschner, ND, VNMI, has spent more than 40 years teaching change, communication, and leadership in keynotes, seminars, executive retreats, books, media appearances, and clinical work. He is a bestselling author and longtime Naturopathic Physician whose work connects behavior, language, physiology, and human systems.  In his most recent book 'Stop Making Life So Hard,' he brings that experience into a practical field guide for living with greater ease, clarity, and choice, beginning with the alignment between what we say and what we do. Today we're discussing the bonus chapter, 'A Short Course in Feelings,' which is available to anyone who buys 'Stop Making Life So Hard.' Dr. Kirschner has authored numerous books and multimedia programs, including the coauthored international bestseller (now in a fourth completely revised edition, 26 translations, and millions of copies sold), ‘Dealing With People You Can’t Stand: How To Bring Out The Best In People At Their Worst,’ also, ‘Love Thy Customer,’ ‘Life By Design,’ ‘How To Click With People,’ and the comprehensive communication program, ‘Insider’s Guide To The Art of Persuasion.’  His newest book, released in February of 2026, is ’Stop Making Life So Hard: A Field Guide to Being a Better Human.’  That's what we'll be focusing on in this episode.   Dr. Kirschner delivered his expertise in thousands of radio and television appearances, interviews, newspaper and magazine articles, from CNBC and CBC to FOX, the Wall Street Journal to the USA Today. In 2015, he premiered his documentary film, ‘How Healthcare Became Sickcare: The True History Of Medicine.’  You'll find that here --> TalkNatural.com/Documentary.html Connect with Dr. Kirschner here --> TalkNatural.com | facebook.com/DrKND | X @IamDrKND For his most recent book --> StopMakingLifeSoHard.com And --> AtTheQuietPond.com Video of our interview --> https://rumble.com/v7f6332-a-short-course-in-feelings-with-dr.-rick-kirschner-heres-a-tip...go-yell-in.html Oh, and I'm OCD about OCD so you don't have to be --> https://plauzzable.com/comedian/Tim-Long Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

  4. Sep 7

    Using OCD to Mess with Surveillance on the Daily Fun Report

    It's the Daily Fun Report on Sunday evening and we're messing with surveillance.  It's a jungle out there in this crazy upside down world.  There are cameras everywhere and we can have fun with them.  It makes complete sense to me.  And, I think I can make it make sense to you too. I got ya ... I'm OCD about OCD so you don't have to be --> https://plauzzable.com/comedian/Tim-Long Video of Show --> https://rumble.com/v7f6ggk-using-ocd-to-mess-with-surveillance-on-the-daily-fun-report.html Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

  5. Aug 30

    Erik and Chewy Are Walking from Georgia to Alaska

    I met Erik and Chewy outside of the Barber Shop while he was washing the windows to trade out for a hair cut.  He's walking from Georgia to Alaska with his dog Chewy.  It's been 6 months on the road and they're in North Idaho, 2,602 miles from Valdosta.  A quick check on the weather app, and it looks like summer is over in Alaska.  Sandpoint to Utqiaġvik (Barrow), where Erik said he'd like to end up, is 2,760 miles away.  And the high today, August 29th, is 44℉ with snow in the forecast for Tuesday.    Video of interview --> https://rumble.com/v7euam8-erik-and-chewy-are-walking-from-georgia-to-alaska.html Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

  6. Aug 29

    Stop Making Life So Hard With Dr. Rick Kirschner

    We're excited to have Dr. Rick Kirschner back in the studio!  Dr. Kirschner, ND, VNMI, has spent more than 40 years teaching change, communication, and leadership in keynotes, seminars, executive retreats, books, media appearances, and clinical work. He is a bestselling author and longtime Naturopathic Physician whose work connects behavior, language, physiology, and human systems.  In his most recent book 'Stop Making Life So Hard,' he brings that experience into a practical field guide for living with greater ease, clarity, and choice, beginning with the alignment between what we say and what we do. Dr. Kirschner has authored numerous books and multimedia programs, including the coauthored international bestseller (now in a fourth completely revised edition, 26 translations, and millions of copies sold), ‘Dealing With People You Can’t Stand: How To Bring Out The Best In People At Their Worst,’ also, ‘Love Thy Customer,’ ‘Life By Design,’ ‘How To Click With People,’ and the comprehensive communication program, ‘Insider’s Guide To The Art of Persuasion.’  His newest book, released in February of 2026, is ’Stop Making Life So Hard: A Field Guide to Being a Better Human.’  That's what we'll be focusing on in this episode.   Dr. Kirschner delivered his expertise in thousands of radio and television appearances, interviews, newspaper and magazine articles, from CNBC and CBC to FOX, the Wall Street Journal to the USA Today. In 2015, he premiered his documentary film, ‘How Healthcare Became Sickcare: The True History Of Medicine.’  You'll find that here --> TalkNatural.com/Documentary.html Connect with Dr. Kirschner here --> TalkNatural.com | facebook.com/DrKND | X @IamDrKND For his most recent book --> StopMakingLifeSoHard.com And --> AtTheQuietPond.com Video of our interview --> https://rumble.com/v7eskbs-stop-making-life-so-hard-with-dr.-rick-kirschner.html Oh, and I'm OCD about OCD so you don't have to be --> https://plauzzable.com/comedian/Tim-Long Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

  7. Jun 29

    PSILY is Part Vinyl, Part Full-tilt Rock Radio Adrenaline, Glittered with Candied Ear Worms

    We sit down with the band PSILY for a conversation that goes from the red light blues, reading a room, to conflict resolution.   PSILY is part vinyl worship, part full-tilt rock radio adrenaline, glittered with candied ear worms. Look for the release of their first album later this fall.   PSILY is: Cary Beare: Bass, Guitar, Vocals Blake Braley: Keyboards, Vocals Michael Koep: Drums, Vocals Tristan Hart Peirce: Guitar, Vocals All music and lyrics in their new album is by PSILY ©2026 PSILY SONGS Recorded at the Burrow in Spokane Engineered and Mixed by Josh Lorenzen Yes, there will be a vinyl!     Connect with the band here —> facebook.com/PsilyMusic You can see them all over the Spokane / Coeur d’Alene area this summer capping it off with The Season Finale of Music @ McEuen September 2nd in Coeur d'Alene.  You can see the full line up of summer concerts all over North Idaho from KOEP Concerts here —> KoepConcerts.com/Concert-Schedule Video of interview —> https://rumble.com/v7bicoi-psily-is-part-vinyl-part-full-tilt-rock-radio-adrenaline-glittered-with-can.html Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

  8. Jun 22

    Rocketman, Jet Pack Pilot, Stuntman, as seen on MTV, NASCAR, Rose Bowl & Parade with Dan Schlund

    Today’s guest is Dan Schlund — world-renowned Jet Pack Pilot, Stuntman, Author, Pyrotechnician and the subject of the documentary "The Last Rocketman,” based on his book under the same name. We're expecting a release date of late 2026 / early 2027 on Netflix or Amazon.  There are only 11 men who have been rocket men since 1961 and Dan’s the 11th.   In this memoir of faith, family, and finding purpose through physical extremes, Dan traces his journey from adventurous teen to stuntman and pyrotechnician, ultimately becoming one of the world’s few remaining rocketbelt pilots.  It’s a story of wisdom earned through pain and uncertainty, of frailty and recovery, of losing heroes and finding the hero within—and of the great crashes that nearly ended it all. Dan spent a decade flying jet packs while surviving devastating skin graft surgeries (185 inches of skin removed), a broken neck, and being burned alive.   But … chicks dig scars and stunt men.   He had to pivot to a new career and created "National Set Medics,” a company that provides medics to TV shows and film sets grossing over 10 million dollars in revenue with 12,600 medics.   Fun quote from Dan, "It’s a bottle rocket at the end of a shoestring." You can connect with Dan here --> TheLastRocketman.com and Rocketman.tv  Video of interview --> https://rumble.com/v7bgeru-rocketman-jet-pack-pilot-stuntman-as-seen-on-mtv-nascar-rose-bowl-and-parad.html Send the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!

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It's Good to be Alive!  'Good to Be Alive' is a celebration of the stories, conversations, and moments that makes life so much fun living.  Hosted by Tim Long ... (TimLong.me), each episode brings you into the lives of extraordinary (and everyday) people with amazing stories.  And, an occasional tip on 'Having Fun With Anxiety' (Plauzzable.com/Comedian/Tim-Long).  If you're alive and believe in the power of testimonies and storytelling—this podcast is for you! For some of our video episodes, please visit (Rumble.com/c/GoodtobeAlive)

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  • Creator
    Tim Long
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Good to be Alive! Show
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