Live Courageously with John Duffy

John Duffy
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Weekly podcast with John Duffy The "Live Courageously" Podcast Show is a show for our time where fear and courage are battling it out in our lives. The Podcast show brings on a wide range of guests who have lived courageous lives in the face of many types of adversity. Most of the initial guests are friends of mine and the purpose of the show is to share the stories of these powerful friends of his with the audience to encourage the audience to reject the messages of fear and embrace courage, especially in our troubled times. Faith Over Fear

  1. LC #96 SISTER IRENE O'NEILL & KELLY MALLON YOUNG | A positive difference in the world is contagious

    10/06/2025

    LC #96 SISTER IRENE O'NEILL & KELLY MALLON YOUNG | A positive difference in the world is contagious

    On July 9th, John’s guest will be Sister Irene O’Neill, Founder and President, and Kelly Mallon Young, COO of Sisters Rising Worldwide. Sister Irene O'Neill is a compassionate visionary and leader who brings a captivating story to any podcast. Raised in a large Roseville family, she cultivated a profound sense of inclusivity and care for others from a young age. Her journey led her to join a group of Sisters who prioritize listening to others' needs before taking action. Recognizing the potential of connecting the 650,000 Sisters worldwide and providing them with resources, she co-founded Sisters Rising Worldwide (SRW) and pioneered the Peace Room—a transformative platform facilitating the exchange of best practices and Sisterly connections. Through SRW, Sister Irene and her team have funded 139 Sister-led programs spanning 49 countries, positively impacting more than 200,000 lives. Notable achievements include enabling safe transportation for women in India, supporting survivors of human trafficking in Philadelphia, and establishing a vital nursing and midwifery training institute in South Sudan. Sister Irene's remarkable journey embodies a message of hope and change for the world for audiences seeking stories of transformative impact. Kelly Young is a visionary leader and COO of Sisters Rising Worldwide, a non-profit organization committed to addressing the root causes of poverty around the world. With over 20 years of experience in sales and a deep passion for giving back, Kelly brings a unique blend of skills and expertise to her role. She leads the development and implementation of the organization’s technology platform, manages sales and marketing efforts, and oversees daily operations to ensure the success of SRW. Kelly earned a bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a minor in Statistics from the University of Dayton, as well as a master’s degree in Strategic Branding Communication from the University of Illinois. These academic achievements have equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to stay ahead of industry trends and drive meaningful impact for SRW. Kelly is a dedicated wife and mother who has recently relocated to Charlotte. Her passion for making a positive difference in the world is contagious, and her commitment to SRW is unwavering.

    1h 4m
  2. LC #95 ANN-MARIE MURRELL | Caring for my parents was the greatest honor, and the greatest challenge, of my life

    10/06/2025

    LC #95 ANN-MARIE MURRELL | Caring for my parents was the greatest honor, and the greatest challenge, of my life

    On July 1st, John’s guest was Ann-Marie Murrell, Author, Journalist, Former Political Commentator. Ann-Marie invites readers into the most personal chapter of her life in her new book, "Walking Each Other Home: A Caregiver’s Journey of Grace," available on July 1, 2025, on Amazon. Drawing from her firsthand experiences caring for both of her parents through Alzheimer’s disease, and now facing her own 'Early Onset' Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Murrell offers a deeply honest and faith-centered exploration of caregiving. "Walking Each Other Home” combines practical advice, spiritual encouragement, and moving personal reflections, anchored in God’s timeless 5th Commandment: Honor your father and your mother. Caring for my parents was the greatest honor, and the greatest challenge, of my life. I wrote "Walking Each Other Home" not only to help others, but also as a guide for my own children someday, ” says Ann-Marie Murrell. Endorsed by leading voices like Kevin Sorbo, Nancy Stafford, John Quinn (Editor of The Chosen), and others, with a forward by Vincent Curatola (Sopranos). "Walking Each Other Home" fills a vital gap for families overwhelmed by caregiving, grief, and life transitions.

    1 hr
  3. LC #94 BEN RAMSEY | Sleek, kinetic storytelling with emotional depth

    10/06/2025

    LC #94 BEN RAMSEY | Sleek, kinetic storytelling with emotional depth

    On June 8th, John’s guest was Ben Ramsey Writer / Director / AI Filmmaking Pioneer Ben is a veteran screenwriter, director, and producer with over three decades of experience in Hollywood. He made his mark scripting action hits like The Big Hit and Dragonball Evolution, and has worked as an A-list script doctor for nearly 20 years, adapting projects for major studios including Marvel, Paramount, and Sony. As a director, Ramsey is known for the cult classic Love and a Bullet and the underground favorite Blood and Bone, earning him a reputation for sleek, kinetic storytelling with emotional depth. Ramsey recently wrote, directed, and produced the award-winning sci-fi short film INTERFACE—a bold fusion of cyberpunk aesthetics and social commentary. He is currently a pioneering voice in the AI filmmaking movement, having just completed Episode 3 of The Gauntlet, a web series spinoff of INTERFACE. Blending traditional craft with cutting-edge generative tools, Ramsey is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in independent science fiction storytelling.

    1h 5m
  4. LC #93 SYMONE FAIRCHILD | Pick yourself up by the bootstraps

    10/06/2025

    LC #93 SYMONE FAIRCHILD | Pick yourself up by the bootstraps

    On May 7th, John’s guest was Symone Fairchild, Founder of EyeOnDV. Symone Fairchild hails from the Washington, D.C. area and was raised in the martial arts, becoming a Master of Northern Shaolin Kung-Fu. Finding her way through and beyond childhood trauma on her own as a kid, combined with martial arts as a way of life, she developed an unyielding entrepreneurial spirit coursing through her veins which affords her a "pick yourself up by the bootstraps" type of tenacity. What has been written on her heart and soul though, aside from God, The Source of all things in the Universe, and her son, is acting. As a result of the journey thriving post-domestic abuse, she has come to understand exactly what her gifts are and why she has them. She was gifted in acting to breathe the light of truth through her characters. She was gifted in writing to bring forth the utmost truth through word. She was gifted in directing to bring forth the utmost visionary truth. She was gifted in producing to bring together all the people and resources that are meant to be the pieces of the puzzle. All in all, she was meant to fully imagine the world the way it was meant to be and create it, giving humankind a visual of what already rests on their hearts and souls...showing them a way to create what they hunger for themselves. Symone has come to allow herself to lean in permanently to her inner Light, her inner destined strength and she will never yield from that. As a result of this journey, she has come to understand that she is meant to create what truth looks like for the world. That is her destiny.

    1h 3m
  5. #93 LC Symone Fairchild

    06/26/2025

    #93 LC Symone Fairchild

    Martial Artist, Filmmaker, CEO

    1h 3m
  6. LC #92 SHAWN SOURGOSE | Finding Joy in the Face of Cancer: A Powerful Reflection

    04/07/2025

    LC #92 SHAWN SOURGOSE | Finding Joy in the Face of Cancer: A Powerful Reflection

    Shawn Sourgose – Writer, Director, Producer. Born and raised in Northern California, Shawn was influenced by local filmmakers such as Francis Ford Coppola, Saul Zaentz and George Lucas. At 18 he began film school college and eventually transferred to San Francisco State University gaining a BA in Cinema. In 1996 he wrote, directed and produced his first feature, "Brown Sheep", a dark comedy that sold internationally. In 1999 he moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career in the film business. He worked in television on "America's Most Wanted" and the first season of ABC's comedy series "Less Than Perfect" that starred Eric Roberts and Zachary Levi. He decided to focus on creating content as an independent filmmaker. Shawn was the creative force behind the feature films "Blood Of Redemption," starring Billy Zane, Dolph Lundgren and Vinnie Jones as well as "Wrath of Cain" starring Ving Rhames and Robert Patrick. He has been under contract as a writer for American Film Partners and optioned with Anthony Romano, producer of "Catch Me if You Can" and "I Robot." In 2020, he was diagnosed with stage 4 papillary thyroid cancer, which initially receded after surgery and radiation, but returned with a vengeance, metastasizing to a form with an incurable diagnosis. He attended a healing Mass shortly after the return diagnosis. When he was prayed over by a priest he was healed. His own doctors cannot explain what happened. Shawn knows what happened, God happened. Through the power of prayer and faith, he was healed.

    1h 2m
  7. LC #91 MISHA SEGAL | Admired him as a very talented musician and composer - Quincey Jones

    03/28/2025

    LC #91 MISHA SEGAL | Admired him as a very talented musician and composer - Quincey Jones

    Quincy Jones wrote: “I have known and listened to Misha Segal for many years and have always admired him as a very talented musician and composer.” A multiple award winner, including an Emmy Award, an Emmy nomination, an Israeli Oscar nomination, and a Black Reel Award nomination, Misha Segal is a widely known composer, songwriter, recording artist, and producer. He has scored over 170 film and television projects, including Phantom of the Opera, The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking, and Berry Gordy’s The Last Dragon. His television work includes Santa Baby for The Disney Channel and the animated adaptation of The Secret Garden for Universal. As a record producer and songwriter, Misha has collaborated with Motown’s Berry Gordy and worked with artists such as Luther Vandross, Smokey Robinson, Randy Crawford, Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich, and Dave Grusin, among many others. Misha’s own albums have featured legendary pianist Chick Corea and trumpet giant Freddie Hubbard. A vanguard and acknowledged icon in his native Israel, Misha helped revolutionize the direction of music on radio, stage, and screen, producing numerous No. 1 hit songs. He was nominated for the Israeli Oscar (Ophir Award) for his work in film. Recognized with numerous honors for his outstanding contributions to music, Misha remains beloved in Israel.

    1h 6m
  8. LC #90 MICHAEL BODERICK | playing guitar in the never-quite-dead punk rock scene

    03/28/2025

    LC #90 MICHAEL BODERICK | playing guitar in the never-quite-dead punk rock scene

    Michael Broderick an American actor. After serving in the Marines with HML/A-167 from 1986- 1990, the New Jersey native went to New York City and spent 10 years playing guitar in the never-quite-dead punk rock scene of Manhattan’s Lower East Side. In 2001, Michael changed gears and began a successful voiceover career. One of his first gigs was a long run as the voice of Arm & Hammer. In 2004, Michael moved from New York to Los Angeles to pursue acting in film and television. He booked his first television role on the smash Fox series 24 starring Kiefer Sutherland and followed that with roles on Justified (FX), NCIS (CBS), and many others. One of Michael’s career highlights was playing Special Agent John Bowen in Season 3 of HBO’s True Detective alongside two-time Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali. Michael has recently guest-starred on NBC’s New Amsterdam and shared the screen with Chris Pratt in the hit series The Terminal List. Michael is currently portraying MSGT Danny Patton, the lead role in the stage play Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret. Michael is active in the military veteran space, as well, devoting time to several Veteran Service Organizations. He has served on the Board of Directors for allantFew.org and Veterans in Media and Entertainment.

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Weekly podcast with John Duffy The "Live Courageously" Podcast Show is a show for our time where fear and courage are battling it out in our lives. The Podcast show brings on a wide range of guests who have lived courageous lives in the face of many types of adversity. Most of the initial guests are friends of mine and the purpose of the show is to share the stories of these powerful friends of his with the audience to encourage the audience to reject the messages of fear and embrace courage, especially in our troubled times. Faith Over Fear

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