Just A Moment

Chrys Peterson
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It happens in the blink of an eye: a bicycle accident, an encounter with a stranger, a winning lottery ticket. They are just moments in time, but moments that can change your life forever. And often, these moments are just the beginning of a new world for the people who experience them.

Episodes

  1. 05/17/2022

    Episode 11: Facing Death With Purpose And Courage

    What would you do if told you had just 10 minutes to live? Imagine learning you had just 10 minutes to live. Who would you want to talk to, and what would you say? Arden Brion heard those words on an out-of-town business trip and had some big decisions to make in what he thought were the last few moments of his life. The calls Arden placed, the choices he made, and the courage he found in those final minutes will inspire you and, hopefully, help you navigate some of those end-of-life conversations we should be planning for and having with people before we’re in a crisis. The additional photo here is Arden with his wife, Evonne. As hard as it was for Arden to make the call, I can’t imagine what it was like for Evonne to receive it. Their story reminds us how fragile life is—and may help us prepare if ever faced with such a moment.

    52 min

  2. 01/25/2022

    Episode 10: When The News Anchor Becomes The Story

    How does a news anchor respond to becoming a sensational story? After building a successful TV News career, longtime WNEP evening news anchor Marisa Burke became part of the story when authorities charged her husband with heinous crimes. How do you maintain the trust and respect you’ve built with your viewers when your picture-perfect world starts falling apart in front of the public? How do you get to the truth, knowing you may not like what you find? Marisa details her traumatic ordeal in a new book called Just Checking Scores (available on Amazon and other booksellers). Suddenly, Marisa found her life turned upside down, and she shares how she navigated the trauma personally and professionally in this episode of Just A Moment.

    1h 29m

  3. 10/12/2021

    Episode 9: Dreams Deferred: A Decade of Drug Addiction

    Matt Bell’s climb back from a 10-year battle with addiction will inspire you. Matt Bell was a promising college baseball player who dreamed of making it to the major leagues. But when a shoulder injury sidelined him from the sport he loved, an addiction to opioids destroyed every dream Matt had. Matt’s journey through homelessness, crime, and a decade of drug addiction will break your heart. But his climb back from the brink will leave you inspired in Episode 9 of Just a Moment. If you live in Ohio and know someone who needs help, Team Recovery is a great resource 24 hours a day—you can call them at 419-561-5433. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has a national helpline available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at 800-662-HELP (4357).

  4. 09/16/2021

    Episode 8: Are You Ready to be Invictus?

    Invictus means “unconquerable,” and there is no better word to describe Melissa Coduti. When Melissa Coduti volunteered for the U.S. Air Force, she sought to find a purpose in her life. She never suspected she’d have to plow through trauma, excruciating physical pain, and loss to find that purpose. Melissa talks with candor about her injuries, two suicide attempts, and the people who wouldn’t let her give up. Eventually, against all odds, she found herself competing for gold medals at the Invictus Games in London and mentoring other wounded military members on how to find their purpose. Twenty-two military members commit suicide every day. If you know someone who needs help, call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255. Non-military members can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Join the Wounded Warrior Adaptive Sports Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/WoundedWarriorAdaptiveSports.

    1h 23m

  5. 08/24/2021

    Episode 7: Being Nimble in a Moment of Crisis

    How do you lead your family business through a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic? Sautter’s Market in downtown Sylvania has been serving customers for nearly 100 years. But when Ray Sautter opened his first store back in 1927, he couldn’t have imagined how his business would be affected in the next century by a global pandemic that shut down nearly everything across the country. For the first time in many peoples’ lives, plant shutdowns, driver shortages, and panic-buying by people who didn’t know how long products might be in short supply threatened the nation’s food chain. In a moment, Sautter’s Market became a lifeline for customers—and its employees became workers on the pandemic’s front line. Owner Jim Sautter used his decades of business savvy and relationships to not only survive the crisis but to thrive during his most challenging time in business. By his side: his son Dave, who had decided to make a career change to carry on the family grocery legacy just two years earlier. You’ll be inspired by how their grit, innovation, and loyalty to employees and customers drove them to push through the difficult times.

    43 min

  6. 08/03/2021

    Episode 6: Finding Strength Enough For Each Day

    How do you find the fortitude to overcome life-changing traumas? When I tell you that this episode of Just a Moment is about the moment when a young mother of four needed to have her arm, shoulder, and part of her collarbone amputated because of cancer, you might think that was enough trauma for one woman’s lifetime. But Amy Remer’s story begins with a series of other gut-wrenching, life-changing moments that will break your heart. And then, Amy’s spirit will make your heart soar as you hear about her triumph over every challenge she faces. If you find yourself inspired by Amy’s story like I am, you should follow her on Facebook at Amy’s Army.

    58 min

  7. 07/02/2021

    Episode 5: Fighting For Her Life

    Niki Spino’s life changed forever following a devasting car crash. Her story reveals determination’s role in healing our bodies—and our minds. Niki Spino was a promising young Mixed Martial Arts fighter—in the best physical shape of her life—when she crashed head-on into an 18-wheeler on her way home from work. That accident would change life as she knew it forever. The photos below depict the devastating destruction of Niki’s car. But her body also suffered critical damage: broken bones, internal injuries, and traumatic brain injury so severe that doctors told her parents Niki might never awaken. Fortunately, the human body is miraculous; and the human spirit is even more so. In Episode 5 of Just A Moment, you’ll hear how Niki’s journey to regain her physical and mental health took her across the world—and back into the MMA cage—while showing us what’s possible when we combine purpose, patience, and faith.

    56 min

  8. 06/19/2021

    Episode 4: Designing a Beautiful Life

    At just 14 years old, Maya Ramirez achieved a monumental accomplishment: winning the first season of Project Runway Junior. Maya Ramirez appeared to be on top of the world with that win in 2016. But that moment of international success brought with it some realities that Maya hadn’t expected—and for which she was unprepared. The way Maya navigated those issues—and what she learned about life and happiness—are lessons that can help us all. Hear her story on Episode 4 of Just a Moment. And you can learn more about her at MayaRamirez.com. In addition to winning $25,000 on Project Runway Junior, Maya also won a $10,000 prize for creating this prom dress out of duct tape.

  9. 06/11/2021

    Episode 3: Rewriting Your Story After Unbearable Loss

    How do you find the strength to go on after the loss of a child? Julie Rubini’s life changed forever when her 10-year-old daughter Claire died unexpectedly at summer camp. Doing her best to navigate unbearable grief, Julie made some bold choices to keep her family together and found a way to celebrate Claire’s life by sharing her love for reading. Julie’s grit and resilience have led her on an unexpected journey to impact thousands of other children and adults, a story she shares in Episode 3 of Just A Moment. Check out her website: julierubini.com.

    59 min

  10. 06/07/2021

    Episode 2: Finding Strength and Beauty After the Unexpected

    Reframing life’s challenges into purpose and opportunities. McKenna Reitz lived her dream as a wife, mom, teacher, and coach when an unexpected health diagnosis changed her life—and altered her looks. Grappling with who she saw in the mirror and who she wanted others to see was a painful journey that has inspired McKenna’s family and students, as well as strangers. After listening to Episode 2 of Just A Moment, check out McKenna’s website, McKennaReitz.com, and listen to her and her husband’s podcast, Challenge Yourself.

  11. 05/29/2021

    Episode 1: Plane Crash Inspires Faith, Purpose

    How do you not only survive but thrive after an unspeakable tragedy? Jerry Schemmel survived one of the most remarkable plane-crashes in history—and what he learned and gained from that unspeakable tragedy has shaped his whole life. Jerry’s journey from survivor to thriver will inspire you in Episode 1 of Just a Moment. After listening, learn more about Jerry’s books Chosen to Live and The Extravagant Gift and his documentary Godspeed at JerrySchemmel.com and support his Race Across America to benefit the Kyle Pease Foundation. Jerry will be riding 3,060 miles in just 12 days—that’s more than 250 miles per day—a grueling undertaking! In the podcast, you’ll hear how his tragedy drives him to succeed and impact others!

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It happens in the blink of an eye: a bicycle accident, an encounter with a stranger, a winning lottery ticket. They are just moments in time, but moments that can change your life forever. And often, these moments are just the beginning of a new world for the people who experience them.

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  • Creator
    Chrys Peterson
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 Chrys Peterson
  • Show Website
    Just A Moment