The Absolute Value Podcast

Cisco Terreros
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Self-Improvement

Like numbers in math, people in life also have an absolute value, where their negative experiences can become positive. This podcast reviews the stories of successful professional athletes and their journey towards success. One may assume that pro athletes reach their highest potential based only on their God-given talents, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Many of them endured failure, discouragement, set backs, but it was their ability to turn all of those into successes that have made them reach that peak. Join us as we learn how to identify our Absolute Value

Episodes

  1. 05/27/2020

    UP down UP - The Story Of Marco Carducci

    Many believe that climbing a mountain is a smooth and narrow upward path but that couldn’t be further from the truth for Canadian international goalkeeper Marco Carducci. Sure his rise to the top was rapid and promising, but it wasn’t until an unprecedented down that he didn’t see how valuable the journey to the top really is. In this episode, we dive deep into Marco’s career as a footballer, a son and a proud Italian/Canadian.

  2. 05/20/2020

    Rise And Shine - The Story Behind Jay DeMerit

    Think of the wildest adventure you can embark... now think of a wild goal to set for yourself... that is exactly what Jay DeMerit's journey as a professional athlete was: wild, daring, full of passion and a "never give up" mentality. This is the story of one of the most iconic defenders in US soccer history and his journey from a 12th division league in the UK to the World Cup state as one of the greats!

  3. 04/28/2020

    The Power Within - The Story of Mama Dee To Overcome Abuse

    Mama Dee is not your average mom... this mom of 6 raised fantastic adults, 2 of them becoming professional soccer stars. And although her fairy-tail ending of a happy family didn't start out as such, there were nights where she felt alone, scared, not knowing if she would ever experience that happiness. This is the story of Dee Adekugbe, domestic violence victim, pastor, advocate and inspiration to many

  4. 04/27/2020

    Inside A Sponsorship - Industry Leader Jason Smith Goes Deep Into The World Of Sponsorships

    Jason has been working in the sports sponsorship world for a long time and during this episode we dive deep into this unique world and what athletes can do to better position themselves to be successfully sponsor-able.

  5. 04/23/2020

    When You Fall, You Get Back Up - Olympic Bronze Medalist Lauren Sesselmann Shares Her Incredible Story

    Millions of people watched her fall on live television... many blamed her and few supporter her. But through it all, Lauren Sesselmann's impeccable career as a pro athlete had one theme: to persevere  despite all the odds. This is the incredible story of an American born girl who goes on to represent her paternal country of Canada in the world stage, earning some bumps, bruises and medals along the way.

  6. 04/14/2020

    The Professional Rollercoaster - Renowned Coach Alan Koch Share A Side Of His Life Not Too Many Have Heard

    Alan, a South African native, always had his eyes on his main goal but that does not mean that his road there was as straight as one would imagine. Despite his incredible talent as a footballer and ability to connect personally with his players as a coach, the road to success wasn't one that he could have scripted. But one thing was always top-of-mind... his passion for his goals and the ability to calculate risks that would eventually pay off. This is the story of Coach Alan Koch.

  7. 04/11/2020

    Humbled By The World Stage - Female Footballer Sonia O'Neill And Her Journey Around The Globe

    Born in Toronto to Italian/Venezuelan parents, Sonia O'Neill's childhood relationship with her father was supportive yet rocky and painful but that trial allowed her to learn some skills that would prove necessary as she reached her dream of playing pro football in Europe. This humble yet powerful story can teach us all a few things on competitiveness, working harder than anyone and how criticism can be used to your advantage.

  8. 04/09/2020

    Faith Moves Mountains - Mady Brown And Her Climb To The Top

    We are taught that our faith can move mountains, and Mady Brown has enough faith but instead of moving them... she climbs them, over and over and over. This is the story of a girl who dreamt to play pro soccer, had the faith to accomplish it and the grit to get there in style.

  9. 04/08/2020

    A DREAMER's Journey - Pro Athlete Rey Ortiz's Path To Greatness

    The DREAM act was intended to assist qualifying immigrants who came to this country as minors... but what lawmakers could have never imaged was the hard work that a small kid from a poor neighborhood in San Diego would put into his craft to become one of the most Inspiring pro athletes  in North America. This is the story of Rey Ortiz, a DREAMER who kept getting knocked down by life but had the ability to keep getting back up stronger, each time.

  10. 04/07/2020

    More Than A Goal - The Inspiring Story of Pro Athlete Blake Frischknecht

    Somebody's path to success is as unique as their own fingerprints, and the lessons learned during the journey shape who we become. Pro soccer player Blake Frischknecht's path to the pros wasn't as glamorous as one may think... from losing a parent at a young age to having a season ending injury right before the draft, Blake's path can teach us all a few things about perseverance, patience and gratitude. During this episode we learn some key attributes on how to succeed while walking our own paths, despite of how bumpy they may become.

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Like numbers in math, people in life also have an absolute value, where their negative experiences can become positive. This podcast reviews the stories of successful professional athletes and their journey towards success. One may assume that pro athletes reach their highest potential based only on their God-given talents, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Many of them endured failure, discouragement, set backs, but it was their ability to turn all of those into successes that have made them reach that peak. Join us as we learn how to identify our Absolute Value

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  • Creator
    Cisco Terreros
  • Years Active
    2020
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Cisco Terreros