70 episodes

An honest discussion of the human spirit, the value of a positive attitude, and how strength can be found in the weakest of places. This podcast journey will take you beyond your comfort zone to where you start to really learn about yourself and your ability to navigate seemingly impassable waters. We will discuss times where my disability (CMT) has empowered me to learn about strength. We will have guests on this podcast who are champions of overcoming adversity and making the world shine brighter. And, we will help you to start to see your challenges as your greatest gifts. Jonah Berger is a 48 year old youth director and motivational speaker. He works with kids and adults who deal with disabilities. He is a husband, a father, an author, a drummer, a leg brace wearer and an observer of life. Jonah uses his own disability to help listeners learn more about their own challenges and how to use them as strengths. Come take a walk with Jonah down the path of perspective that will leave you thinking and smiling.

He Walks Like a Cowboy Jonah Berger

    • Education
    • 5.0 • 42 Ratings

An honest discussion of the human spirit, the value of a positive attitude, and how strength can be found in the weakest of places. This podcast journey will take you beyond your comfort zone to where you start to really learn about yourself and your ability to navigate seemingly impassable waters. We will discuss times where my disability (CMT) has empowered me to learn about strength. We will have guests on this podcast who are champions of overcoming adversity and making the world shine brighter. And, we will help you to start to see your challenges as your greatest gifts. Jonah Berger is a 48 year old youth director and motivational speaker. He works with kids and adults who deal with disabilities. He is a husband, a father, an author, a drummer, a leg brace wearer and an observer of life. Jonah uses his own disability to help listeners learn more about their own challenges and how to use them as strengths. Come take a walk with Jonah down the path of perspective that will leave you thinking and smiling.

    No Answer

    No Answer

    Today, our valiant host takes on the world and how to make it better. To give away the ending, the answer is, there is no answer. Come along for a brief reminder of how to walk through this strange life smiling and in tune with the meaning of life.
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    • 18 min
    Rising to the Surface

    Rising to the Surface

    Today we sit down with my old friend Matt Merchant. We met in College theater and he never strayed from the calling. Now a seasoned actor in L.A., Matt and I chat about his journey. What it takes to follow and unlikely dream. And how to keep your authenticity in a town and industry of pretend. There is nothing fake about this man. Come hear the inside scoop on acting for a living.
     

    • 38 min
    Wheel Sassy

    Wheel Sassy

    Today we get the chance to sit down and see why the future is going to be ok. Meet Jessica Keyo and hear why this amazing and challenged 33 year old is taking her obstacles and creating change for others through them. There is something truly reassuring to her heart and attitude. Life dealt her a few lemons and she made a chiffon!
     

    • 27 min
    No Barriers

    No Barriers

    Sit on down and meet a true champion. Melissa Simpson deals with Cerebral Palsey but has simply refused to let it slow her down. She volunteers for two organizations and also starred in a documentary about her climbing a mountain in Colorado. This is a young woman you need to hear from. vimeo.com/518404753
     

    • 21 min
    Cherry Lemon Bomb

    Cherry Lemon Bomb

    Crack out your rolling pin because we are sitting down with the Pie Queen of Michigan! Meet Linda Hundt, owner of Sweetielicious; a famous little pie shop in central Michigan. This is a woman who will charm you from the word "go." She has spent a life following her passion towards her absolute dream. We discuss her ups and downs, and how if you play your cards right, they can all get you where you are meant to be. This is one of the sweetest episodes we have done, in many ways! http://www.sweetie-licious.com/

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Life is Good!

    Life is Good!

    Sit and relax as Jonah expounds on the wisdom learned from a really good day. From his daughter's first ever campout in the backyard to having all the neighbors over for burgers. Amazing how life can feel alright in the span of just 24 hours.

    • 14 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
42 Ratings

42 Ratings

cfdenvermama ,

Engaging story telling

Lovely. Engaging

Dcmmnb ,

From a school nurse

I can’t wait to share this podcast with everyone! What great perspective and voice. I love it!

BuddyOG ,

Fresh perspective, when we need it the most!

Jonah has a comfort in talking about challenges in life that is admirable. I learn a little bit more about myself with each show. I am so thankful for his perspective on life at a time when the world needs some positivity to focus on.

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