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Facing Life

This show is everything you want to know about living life from those fighting for it. In 2005, Front Row Foundation started helping kids and adults with life threatening illnesses to have a front row experience at the live event of their dreams. This show shares their stories, and helps us all to maximize our moments, because we never know how many we're going to have.
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Oct 9, 2019

Valerie and her 3 best friends have been in love with the Backstreet Boys since they were kids. Valerie never expected her first outing after her final chemo treatment to be Front Row seats to her favorite band in the world!

Listen to Jon and Valerie as they discuss what it was like for her to hear she had one year to live and how she decided that was not going to be her path! Then, after the event as she describes the laughter, tears, and pure joy of Valerie and her friends on her special day.

Thank you to Valerie's sponsors, Hal Elrod & The Miracle Morning and Jon Berghoff & Xchange, for making this day possible. And thank you to all of the heart and support that made Valerie's day unforgettable!

May 1, 2019

Today we bring in a proud member of our FrontRow community, Amber Vilhauer, who is stepping up to support FrontRowFoundation in a really unique way.

Amber is hosting a two-day live event June 3-4, 2019 called AuthorUpLive.com with partners Mike Michalowicz (bestselling author of Profit First, The Pumpkin Plan and Clockwork) and AJ Harper (Mike's writer and publishing strategist).

Attendees will be given a physical and digital copy of the “tested” launch plan which was designed to sell 10,000 copies of Mike’s next book week one. You’ll get connected with influencers and community at the event. PLUS… $1,000 of each ticket is donated to Front Row Foundation (use coupon code: FRF) – you’ll be making someone’s dream come true.

In this episode, Amber challenges all business owners to add a fundraising component to their next launch or event. During a previous launch (AuthenticBusinessSuccessSummit.com), Amber and her company NGNG Enterprises, Inc. (standing for NoGutsNoGlory) donated $10,000 to FrontRow, and her latest venture will surpass that milestone.

Enjoy this episode and I hope it inspires you to become a Business Ambassador for your favorite charity.

"We can all give more." - Amber Vilhauer

Mar 31, 2019

“Every super kid has special powers and it doesn’t require knocking down towers.” These are the wise words from my next guest, 10-year-old Abigail Perez.

Abigail is the author of the Amazon best-selling book, How to Be a Super Kid: Six Scoops to Earning Your Super Kid Status. And today, Abigail and her mother, Elizabeth, are joining me to talk about the book and how their family became connected with the Front Row Factor.

Plus, we will have a special reading of the book by Abigail herself. This is one episode that you don’t want to miss.

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To get access to the full show notes, including transcript, audio and links to resources mentioned, visit FrontRowFactor.com/abigail-perez

Mar 20, 2019

What do you think about cold showers? Would you be willing to take one each day if it helped ease your anxiety or give you more energy?

Today I am talking with my friend, Jesse Harless, author of the book Smash Your Comfort Zone with Cold Showers: How to Boost Your Energy, Defeat Your Anxiety, and Overcome Unwanted Habits. Jesse is also a Life and Recovery Coach, speaker, group empowerment facilitator, and the founder of Entrepreneurs in Recovery.

In this episode, Jesse and I will talk about the many different forms of addiction, how they can creep into your life, and what to do about them. Plus, I’ll share some news about the upcoming changes happening with the Front Row Factor Podcast.

 

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To get access to the full show notes, including transcript, audio and links to resources mentioned, visit FrontRowFactor.com/jesse-harless-heal-your-pain

Feb 25, 2019

Have you ever been in a situation that felt beyond your control? Sometimes it’s difficult to balance when to take charge and when to let go, especially when it comes to a loved one or child.

Today I am talking with Maggie Kelly. Maggie is a certified life coach, certified meditation instructor, podcast host, and founder of the Satsang House in Del Mar, California. Maggie is also the mother of Cole, a 17-year-old who is living with Cystic Fibrosis.

In this episode, Maggie and I talk about what it’s like to raise a child with CF. And we’ll explore the life lessons she’s learned along this journey.

 

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To get access to the full show notes, including transcript, audio and links to resources mentioned, visit FrontRowFactor.com/klyn-elsbury

Feb 10, 2019

What are the ways that you strive to live life in the front row? Is service to others one of them?

Today I am talking with my good friend, Chris Hunt.  Chris isn’t an author, speaker, or public figure – but he is a guy who embodies a front row life. He’s the regional VP of a marketing company who shows up day in and day out to serve others. In fact, I got to know Chris through one of his many acts of service.  

In this episode we’ll talk about what it truly means to be a moment maker for others. And we’ll dive deeper into Chris’s daily prayer “use me and amaze me.

 

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To get access to the full show notes, including transcript, audio and links to resources mentioned, visit FrontRowFactor.com/klyn-elsbury

Jan 27, 2019

Have you ever experienced extreme anxiety or tried to “fix” a loved one who is going through it? According to my next guest, the words we say can actually make the situation worse.

Today I’m chatting with my friend, Bryan Falchuk. Bryan is a best-selling author, life coach, and speaker who spent much of his life struggling with anxiety and obesity. After experiencing an “aha” moment, Bryan was able to break from his pattern, enjoy wellness, and share what he’s learned with others.  

His work has been published in the LA Times, Chicago Tribune, and Inc. Magazine. Bryan has helped countless people transform their lives and I can’t wait to share this episode with you.

 

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To get access to the full show notes, including transcript, audio and links to resources mentioned, visit FrontRowFactor.com/klyn-elsbury

Jan 13, 2019

Is it possible to live life in the front row when you have 65% lung capacity on a good day? According to my next guest, regardless of your circumstances, you can raise your standards. And she’s living proof.

In this episode, I’m talking with my friend, Klyn Elsbury. She was born with Cystic Fibrosis and, at age 31, is considered one of the oldest and fittest people with her mutation. Klyn is an author, keynote speaker, coach, and CEO. And she has appeared in over 100 publications including the NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt and Forbes magazine.

According to Klyn, “a bird sitting on a branch is never afraid of it breaking because her trust isn’t in the branch, but in her own wings.

 

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To get access to the full show notes, including transcript, audio and links to resources mentioned, visit FrontRowFactor.com/klyn-elsbury

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