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Mark Forster from Project Healing Waters joins the Brand Lincoln podcast to discuss the organization's mission of providing non-clinical physical and recreational therapy for disabled veterans and injured service members through fly fishing. The conversation covers topics such as the different activities involved in fly fishing, the benefits of the therapy, fundraising efforts, and how to get involved as a volunteer or participant. Mark also shares his personal journey with fly fishing and highlights some of his favorite local restaurants in Lincoln.

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Project Healing Waters, fly fishing, physical therapy, recreational therapy, disabled veterans, injured service members, fundraising, volunteer, participant, local restaurants

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• Project Healing Waters is a national nonprofit that provides non-clinical physical and recreational therapy for disabled veterans and injured service members through fly fishing.
• The therapy involves activities such as fly fishing education, fly rod building, fly tying, casting, and fishing trips.
• Fly fishing offers physical and mental health benefits, including improved hand-eye coordination, concentration, and camaraderie among veterans.
• The organization relies on fundraising efforts, grants, and partnerships with local businesses to support its programs.
• Anyone can get involved with Project Healing Waters as a volunteer or participant by visiting their website or contacting the organization directly.
• Lincoln has a variety of local restaurants that support the organization and offer great dining experiences.

In this episode of Brand Lincoln, we interview Stanford Binko Bradley, the associate director of teen programming at the Malone Community Center. Stanford shares his unique nickname and how he got involved in various community initiatives in Lincoln. He discusses his work at the Malone Community Center, his involvement in the Hope Spoke extended day treatment program, and his own basketball program called Future Elite. Stanford emphasizes the importance of education and accountability in his coaching and shares heartwarming stories of the impact he has made on the lives of the youth he works with.

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Stanford Binko Bradley, Malone Community Center, Hope Spoke, Future Elite, basketball program, education advocacy, youth coaching, community impact

takeaways

• Stanford Binko Bradley is the associate director of teen programming at the Malone Community Center in Lincoln.
• He is also involved in the Hope Spoke extended day treatment program and runs his own basketball program called Future Elite.
• Stanford emphasizes the importance of education and accountability in his coaching and works to support the holistic development of the youth he works with.
• He has seen positive outcomes in the lives of the youth he has worked with, with only one documented case of re-offending.
• Stanford is passionate about making a difference in the community and believes in the power of authentic relationships and support networks.

Blake and Kathy Collingsworth share the heartbreaking story of their son Joshua's drowning and how it inspired them to create the Josh the Otter water safety program. They wrote a children's book called Josh the Baby Otter to teach kids about water safety and distributed it through Rotary clubs. They also developed a free app with the book and water safety activities. Their mission is to raise awareness about the number one cause of death for children aged one to four and promote water safety education. The conversation with them focused on the importance of water safety and the efforts of the Josh the Otter Foundation to educate children and parents about drowning prevention. Collingsworth discussed the need for children to learn essential water survival skills, such as back floating, and emphasized the role of parents in ensuring their child's safety. They also highlighted the expansion of the Float for Life program, which teaches children as young as six months old to back float. Additionally, they discussed the foundation's collaborations with organizations like the Autism Family Network and the impact of their work in preventing drownings among children with disabilities. The conversation concluded with a discussion of upcoming events and the foundation's goals for the future.

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drowning, water safety, children, book, education, awareness, prevention, water safety, drowning prevention, Josh the Otter Foundation, Float for Life, back floating, survival skills, children, parents, education, collaborations, Autism Family Network, disabilities, events, goals

takeaways

• Drowning is the number one cause of death for children aged one to four.
• Water safety education is crucial in preventing drownings.
• The Josh the Otter program uses a children's book and app to teach kids about water safety.
• Rotary clubs have been instrumental in distributing the book and promoting water safety.
• Parents should have conversations with their children about water safety and always supervise them near water. Children should learn essential water survival skills, such as back floating, to prevent drowning.
• Parents play a crucial role in ensuring their child's water safety and should be diligent in supervising them around water.
• The Float for Life program teaches children as young as six months old to back float and has seen significant growth and demand.
• The Josh the Otter Foundation collaborates with organizations like the Autism Family Network to provide water safety education for children with disabilities.
• The foundation's efforts have led to a decrease in drowning incidents and the inclusion of water safety education in school curriculums.
• The foundation relies on partnerships, collaborations, and volunteers to support their mission of saving lives through water safety education.

Maddie Graham, owner of Frugal Fox, is a sustainable stylist who teaches people how to dress for their body type, shop smarter, and get the most out of what they already own. She helps clients discover their undertones, choose the right colors, and find silhouettes that flatter their body shape. Maddie offers services such as closet cleanouts, personal shopping, and styling sessions. She focuses on helping people in transition, whether it's starting a new career, going through a life change, or retiring. Maddie believes in the power of thrifting and encourages people to shop secondhand to reduce waste and save money. Maddie
Graham, a personal stylist and owner of The Frugal Fox Styling, discusses her unique approach to styling and the benefits of thrifting. She contrasts her personalized styling service with generic services like Stitch Fix, emphasizing the importance of individuality and secondhand clothing. Maddie shares her experience with thrift shopping and the thrill of finding hidden gems. She also talks about the challenges she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and how she pivoted to virtual styling. Overall, Maddie's passion for helping people feel confident and stylish shines through in this conversation.

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sustainable fashion, body type, color theory, personal style, thrifting, personal styling, thrifting, secondhand clothing, individuality, virtual styling, pivoting, confidence

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• Learn how to dress for your body type and choose colors that flatter your undertones.
• Shop smarter by getting the most out of what you already own.
• Consider thrifting as a sustainable and cost-effective way to update your wardrobe.
• Personal style is about feeling confident and comfortable in your own skin. Personalized styling services like The Frugal Fox Styling offer a more individualized and unique approach
• Thrifting and buying secondhand clothing can be a sustainable and affordable way to build a stylish wardrobe.
• Maddie's passion for helping people feel confident and stylish is evident in her work as a personal stylist.
• Finding hidden gems while thrift shopping can be a thrilling and rewarding experience

In this episode of Brand Lincoln, Brand Lincoln interviews musician Harrison Boe about his journey in the music industry. Harrison shares his experience of moving from Nebraska to Nashville to pursue his music career. He talks about his time in Nashville, the challenges he faced, and the opportunities he found. Harrison also discusses his unique approach to touring, which involves performing house shows all over the country. He shares his strategies for building a following and sustaining himself as a full-time musician. Overall, Harrison's story is one of perseverance, hard work, and a passion for music.

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music industry, musician, Nashville, house shows, touring, perseverance, hard work, passion

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• Moving to Nashville to pursue a music career can be challenging, but with perseverance and hard work, opportunities can arise.
• Performing house shows is a unique and effective way for independent artists to connect with fans and build a following.
• Consistency and frequent posting on social media platforms like TikTok can help musicians gain traction and reach a wider audience.
• Believing in oneself and staying true to one's artistic vision are crucial for success in the music industry.
• Building a supportive network of fellow musicians and fans can provide encouragement and opportunities for collaboration.

Keenan Serrano, a musician, thought provoker, motivational speaker, and food enthusiast, shares his journey from North Platte, Nebraska to New York City and back to Nebraska. He talks about his experiences in the music industry, including performing at post prom and opening for big acts. Keenan also discusses his time in New York City, dealing with strep throat and myocarditis, and the impact of COVID-19. He shares how these experiences led him to start Simply Dope Studios, a recording studio that aims to connect artists in the Midwest. In this conversation, Keenan discusses his various ventures, including running a music studio, organizing a flea market, and starting a food review platform called Keenan Eats. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability and community connection in his work. Keenan shares his experiences with small businesses and the challenges they face, as well as his passion for helping them thrive. He also talks about his love for trying new restaurants and highlights some of his favorite places to eat in Lincoln.

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Keenan Serrano, musician, thought provoker, motivational speaker, food enthusiast, North Platte, Nebraska, New York City, music industry, Simply Dope Studios, recording studio, Midwest Renaissance, music studio, flea market, food review, small businesses, community connection, restaurants, Lincoln

takeaways

• Keenan Serrano shares his journey from Nebraska to New York City and back, and the experiences that shaped him as a musician and artist.
• He discusses the challenges and opportunities he encountered in the music industry, including performing at post prom and opening for big acts.
• Keenan talks about his time in New York City, dealing with strep throat and myocarditis, and the impact of COVID-19 on his life and career.
• He shares how these experiences led him to start Simply Dope Studios, a recording studio that aims to connect artists in the Midwest and help them express their authentic selves. Adaptability is key in navigating unexpected challenges in various ventures.
• Supporting small businesses and helping them thrive is important for community connection.
• Trying new restaurants and sharing experiences can help connect people to their local community.
• Having options for different dietary preferences is crucial for restaurants to attract a wider customer base.

Jake Sorensen, host of the Early Break radio show, shares his journey into broadcasting and his love for sports. He discusses his role as a radio host and the dynamics of his co-hosts, Steve Sipple and Bill Bush. Jake explains how he balances being a fan and a professional in the sports industry. He also talks about the challenges of fitting in all the content and advertisements within a two-hour show. The biggest challenge for the hosts is fitting all the content into a two-hour show. They are professionals and know how to avoid cussing on air. Jake discusses his favorite activities in Lincoln, including golfing, going to sports bars, and visiting local breweries. The host is proud of their local radio station and the unique content they provide, featuring former and current athletes.

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broadcasting, radio, sports, co-hosts, fan, professional, challenges, content, challenge, cussing, radio, voices, proper, activities, Lincoln, golfing, sports bars, breweries, local radio station, former athletes, current athletes

takeaways

• Jake Sorensen got into broadcasting through college radio and has been in the industry for 12 years.
• Jake's co-hosts, Steve Sipple and Bill Bush, bring unique perspectives and energy to the show.
• Balancing content and advertisements can be a challenge in a two-hour radio show. The challenge of fitting all the content into a two-hour show
• The hosts are proud of their local radio station and the unique content they provide, featuring former and current athletes