What if you could seamlessly transition from a high-flying sports career to launching a successful restaurant? Join us as we unravel Juli Hilton's inspiring journey from excelling in basketball and tennis during her high school years in Saratoga, California, to earning her professional card and competing in the LPGA. Juli's story is not just about sports; it's about the mental toughness required in competitive golf, the balance between personal and professional life, and the unyielding support of family.

Juli opens up about the challenges she faced as a professional golfer, traveling in an RV with her husband and young children while pursuing a career. We delve into the financial and emotional tolls of competitive sports, along with the excitement of the journey.

From the golf course to entrepreneurial ventures, Juli's path is a testament to resilience and adaptability. She candidly discusses her transition into real estate, flipping homes during the economic downturn, and the thrill of buying properties at foreclosure auctions. Her latest venture, starting Kitchen 747 and Mojoe's Cafe and Creamery, demonstrates the power of a strong vision and community engagement. Despite initial skepticism and the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Julie's story underscores the importance of passion, strategic planning, and unwavering belief in one’s dreams. Tune in for an episode filled with invaluable insights and a testament to the spirit of entrepreneurship.

Check out Juli's story now and the restaurant later!

Have you ever paused to consider the profound impact a coach can have, not just on a game, but on a life? Rocklin High School's Steve Taylor, a leader of the court and classroom, joins us to weave a narrative that knits the love of sport with the threads of community and personal growth. Steve's journey—from his Rocklin upbringing to his own athletic endeavors to the choice to guide young minds over his 37+ year career—is a reminder of the ripple effect one person can have in the lives of many.

As we journey with Steve, from the adrenaline of victory to the lessons in loss, we delve into the nuance of constructing a revered basketball program. His recounting of the transition from court to the sidelines, and eventually to the head coach's chair at Rocklin High, offers a playbook on resilience and innovation. The stories of buzzer beaters and championship pursuits are not mere recounts of games played; they are chapters of lives changed, a testament to the lasting bond between coach and player. This is an exploration of the emotional investment that goes far beyond the X's and O's, painting a portrait of a coach who has become synonymous with the heart of Rocklin High sports.

This is more than a conversation; it's a masterclass in dedication, a celebration of community, and an homage to the educators and coaches who, like Steve, have dedicated their lives to enriching the future—one student, one athlete at a time.

Every life story has its shadows and peaks. In this week's episode our latest guest, Army Veteran, business owner of Kinetic Ink, and co-founder of the non-profit Warfighter Overwatch, Danny O'Neel takes us through his journey to some of those darkest shadows and some of those highest peaks.

From the trials of a fractured family to the tribulations of poverty, his journey is a testament to human resilience. As a child, he learned to navigate the tumultuous waters of a life split between a drug-addicted mother and a disciplined, military father, emerging with a fortitude that would later define his character.

For many, 9/11 is a day we will never forget. For Danny, it was the exact day he traded his day job for combat boots. A day that changed his life in more ways than one. As you listen, you'll witness a transformation from civilian to soldier, where the values of loyalty, leadership, respect, and courage become the guiding stars of a new life path.

Join us for a narrative steeped in the brotherhood of arms, as our guest shares the raw and unfiltered chronicles of military camaraderie in the demanding environs of Korea and Iraq. The bonds forged in the "hounds of hell" squad are as unbreakable as they are inspiring, a brotherhood that endures through the highs of shared laughter to the solemn gravity of suicide. Danny may have hung up his military gear but hear how he now fights the battle at home against veteran and first responder suicide through Warfighter Overwatch.

This episode will leave you grateful, inspired and reminded that (in the words of Danny himself) "what's inside of you is greater than what's in front of you."