Why Not Me?

Episode 29: Kelli Watson - Becoming Who You Are From Where You Came From

Kelli Watson is a best-selling author, coach, presenter, and entrepreneur. She was a Platinum Level Coach in the Todd Durkin Mastermind Program for 12 years and in 2024, she became the Director of Coaching for Todd Durkin Enterprises.
In 2017, she also co-founded Scriptor Publishing Group, a company dedicated to helping people share their stories and publish their books. Since then, she has helped hundreds of authors from all over the world go from dream…to published.
Kelli holds a master’s degree in counseling education and certifications in Life Coaching, Neurolinguistic Programming, and Personal Training. She currently lives in Upstate New York with her husband, Graeme. Together, they have 5 children.
Kelli shared so much wisdom and tips on where you came and how it evolves into where you are today. I really enjoyed our conversation. Kelli is such a great inspirational figure who helps so many reach their greatest potential level. Sit back and enjoy the show.
Please download, share and follow our show. It is how we grow with all these crazy algorithms out there. We do not have any sponsors for the show and so any support is very much appreciated. This podcast is a continuation from my book called Why Not Me, and so if you would like to check that out, please click on the link below to purchase.
Why Not Me? (David Pohorence Book) https://a.co/d/5XR01r1
Contact Kelli:
Scriptor Publishing: https://scriptorpublishinggroup.com/
Instagram: @scriptorpublishinggroup
Facebook: Scriptor Publishing Group
Podcast: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-t77j3-b2fddc
   

Episode 28: Jarod Cogswell - Remembering and Discovering Your Own Greatness

Jarod Cogswell is a 30+ year fitness veteran, performance coach, keynote speaker and proud husband and father. He currently serves as General Manager of Life Time Beaverton, a 200,000 square foot destination featuring an athletic country club and co-working facility. Prior to Life Time, he was the Senior Director and Co-creator of Spartan DEKA. Jarod and his wife, Adina, reside in Portland, Oregon close to his favorite mountain, Mount Hood which he has scaled 94 times at the time of this podcast.
 
As a lifelong athlete and fitness industry executive, Jarod has developed a proven track record of success creating and leading robust programs that drive member engagement and financial performance of upscale sports & fitness organizations. Jarod is passionate about leadership and mentorship and bring a servant approach to building teams and growing others while encouraging a positive culture rooted in accountability, integrity, and inclusivity. Jarod's time in the outdoor, adventure, sports and fitness worlds has helped him build influence and industry thought-leadership, which he uses to thoughtfully represent organizations while championing brands and causes that engage athletes of all levels in a culture and community. Jarod is a savvy business professional with the natural ability to conceptualize programs appealing to the target audience while building the solid operating foundation required to develop thriving global brands.
 
Contact Jarod:
 
Instagram: jarod_cogswell
Email: jcogswell@lt.life

Episode 27: Amber Kivett - Episode 27 - Overcoming Tragedy By Controlling Your Mindset

In this two part podcast, Amber shares how she has overcome tragedy by controlling her mindset. While doing that, Amber has founded a successful business helping others overcome physical pain from all types of injuries. Sit back and enjoy part one of this two part podcast series with Amber.
Amber Kivett is a #1 Amazon Bestseller co-author to “Dear Her,” an Award-Winning National presenter recognized by Forbes Magazine, Pop Sugar, Prevention Magazine, Natural Awakenings Magazine, Live Strong Magazine, and isa professional spokesmodel and educator for Life Pro World-Class Recovery Tools. She is also a professional Ambassador for B3 BFR Sciences and Endless Rope by Axios. She has received endorsements from celebrities, world-class coaches, elite athletes, and the general population globally for her work with creating KIPRS (Kivett Instant Pain Relief Systems) and Kivett Kinetic Solutions, LLC. Amber serves in leadership as a featured presenter with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), the Indiana Athletic Trainers’ Association (IATA), and the Business of Athletic Training (BOAT) Academy for her expertise in serving as a certified athletic trainer.
Amber is the founder and president of Kivett Kinetic Solutions LLC, a 4000 sq ft private-practice world-class facility located in Monrovia, Indiana. Kivett Kinetic Solutions LLC has been in business since 2008, delivering“ MAGIK” to clients by inspiring, motivating, and educating them to become the BEST version of themselves possible in mind, body, and spirit! At KKS, we offer athletic training, sports performance, fitness/wellness, life coaching, self-defense, and clinical massage/bodywork. In partnership, Amber accepts referrals from sports medicine and pain management specialists, primary care physicians, chiropractic physicians, podiatrists, and dentists.
Amber is a Platinum member of the Todd Durkin Mastermind Team, a partner with Innovate Athletic Training Organization, a BoAT (Business of Athletic Training) Academy faculty member, and serves on the health and wellness advisory board for Life Pro. Amber is the recipient of the 2021 Jack LaLanne “Pass It Forward” award given by Endless Rope and the Todd Durkin Mastermind Team for the giving and sharing of herself to others for the greater good of improving lives globally. She is also a 2-time recipient of the IDEA World Inspirational Medal. She has been featured for her expertise on podcasts, including the Todd Durkin IMPACT show, Talk Healthy Today by Lisa Davis, and Stop Chasing Pain by Perry Nickelston, DC.
Amber graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s degree, majoring in athletic training concentration and exercise science in 2002. She is certified in over 20 specialties, including orthopedic technology, eastern medicine modalities, speed/agility/strength coaching, BFR training, mechanical vibration technology, IASTM, fitness, group training. She has created her own certification courses in massage gun application techniques and KIPRS (Kivett Instant Pain Relief Systems). Clients travel from near and far to “Experience the MAGIK” from Amber’s gift of INSTANT pain relief in just 1-3 visits. Amber suffered from 8 spinal injuries, a head injury, fibromyalgia, and several other injuries as a result of a motor vehicle accident in 2005. After winning a 2-yearbattle of learning to walk again and rehabilitating herself back to a functional lifestyle, she began the journey of living each new day with the Devine purpose of transforming lives, delivering greatness, mentoring others, and changing the world one person at a time! She is referred to by many as the “Gatekeeper of Dreams,” “Magic Hands,'' and the “Magic Lady.” When Amber is not delivering“ MAGIK” to others, she LOVES spending time with her daughter Zoey, her husband, Adam, her dog, Jewel, and her closest family and friends.
Contact Information:
Amber KivettATC • LAT • CSCS • FMS • FMTEmail: support@kksmagik.comEmail: kivettkineticsolutions@gmail.com5727 W McClure RoadMonrovia, IN 46157
Cell: 317-446-7971

Episode 26: Amber Kivett - Overcoming Tragedy By Controlling Your Mindset - Part 1

In this two part podcast, Amber shares how she has overcome tragedy by controlling her mindset. While doing that, Amber has founded a successful business helping others overcome physical pain from all types of injuries. Sit back and enjoy part one of this two part podcast series with Amber.
Amber Kivett is a #1 Amazon Bestseller co-author to “Dear Her,” an Award-Winning National presenter recognized by Forbes Magazine, Pop Sugar, Prevention Magazine, Natural Awakenings Magazine, Live Strong Magazine, and isa professional spokesmodel and educator for Life Pro World-Class Recovery Tools. She is also a professional Ambassador for B3 BFR Sciences and Endless Rope by Axios. She has received endorsements from celebrities, world-class coaches, elite athletes, and the general population globally for her work with creating KIPRS (Kivett Instant Pain Relief Systems) and Kivett Kinetic Solutions, LLC. Amber serves in leadership as a featured presenter with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), the Indiana Athletic Trainers’ Association (IATA), and the Business of Athletic Training (BOAT) Academy for her expertise in serving as a certified athletic trainer.
Amber is the founder and president of Kivett Kinetic Solutions LLC, a 4000 sq ft private-practice world-class facility located in Monrovia, Indiana. Kivett Kinetic Solutions LLC has been in business since 2008, delivering“ MAGIK” to clients by inspiring, motivating, and educating them to become the BEST version of themselves possible in mind, body, and spirit! At KKS, we offer athletic training, sports performance, fitness/wellness, life coaching, self-defense, and clinical massage/bodywork. In partnership, Amber accepts referrals from sports medicine and pain management specialists, primary care physicians, chiropractic physicians, podiatrists, and dentists.
Amber is a Platinum member of the Todd Durkin Mastermind Team, a partner with Innovate Athletic Training Organization, a BoAT (Business of Athletic Training) Academy faculty member, and serves on the health and wellness advisory board for Life Pro. Amber is the recipient of the 2021 Jack LaLanne “Pass It Forward” award given by Endless Rope and the Todd Durkin Mastermind Team for the giving and sharing of herself to others for the greater good of improving lives globally. She is also a 2-time recipient of the IDEA World Inspirational Medal. She has been featured for her expertise on podcasts, including the Todd Durkin IMPACT show, Talk Healthy Today by Lisa Davis, and Stop Chasing Pain by Perry Nickelston, DC.
Amber graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor’s degree, majoring in athletic training concentration and exercise science in 2002. She is certified in over 20 specialties, including orthopedic technology, eastern medicine modalities, speed/agility/strength coaching, BFR training, mechanical vibration technology, IASTM, fitness, group training. She has created her own certification courses in massage gun application techniques and KIPRS (Kivett Instant Pain Relief Systems). Clients travel from near and far to “Experience the MAGIK” from Amber’s gift of INSTANT pain relief in just 1-3 visits. Amber suffered from 8 spinal injuries, a head injury, fibromyalgia, and several other injuries as a result of a motor vehicle accident in 2005. After winning a 2-yearbattle of learning to walk again and rehabilitating herself back to a functional lifestyle, she began the journey of living each new day with the Devine purpose of transforming lives, delivering greatness, mentoring others, and changing the world one person at a time! She is referred to by many as the “Gatekeeper of Dreams,” “Magic Hands,'' and the “Magic Lady.” When Amber is not delivering“ MAGIK” to others, she LOVES spending time with her daughter Zoey, her husband, Adam, her dog, Jewel, and her closest family and friends.
Contact Information:
Amber KivettATC • LAT • CSCS • FMS • FMTEmail: support@kksmagik.comEmail: kivettkineticsolutions@gmail.com5727 W McClure RoadMonrovia, IN 46157
Cell: 317-446-7971

Episode 25: Tricia Hoyt - Doing What Is Meant For You and You Alone.

Tricia has been fascinated with health and fitness since she was 12 and has been coaching people with an all encompassing methodology for over 25 years. Tricia has been especially passionate and focused on coaching Busy Professional to "Get Fit in the Fastlane", virtually and in-person, One-on-One and in a group format. Tricia is a proud Franchise Owner of Journey 333 NH, which opened in Londonderry, NH January 2023. Journey 333 is Home of the One-of-a Kind Fast Track.  Journey fast tracks client results by giving them a comprehensive assessment and plan that includes providing each client with the exact exercise and nutrition plan that they need to reach your goals.Tricia's mission and methodology provides a safe, place to provide her clients with Accountability, Motivation and Fast Track Plan through Nutrition, Fitness and Supportive Coaching. Furthermore, at Journey 333,  they are able to provide the in person touch, entertainment, challenge and support, and community feel that will inspire everyone who walks through their doors.
 
Contact Tricia at:
Instagram: @journey333nh
Facebook: Journey333nh
 
 

Episode 24: Kiki Magnuson - Nutrition - One Size Doesn’t Fit All!

Kiki Magnuson, MS, PN2, is a Certified Nutritionist who has a huge passion for helping people find a way to eat well and keep those techniques for the rest of their lives. Kiki has been in the fitness industry since 2012 and has focused on her nutrition specialty since 2016.  She has built a business that works with people who want to learn what real nutrition looks like and to be free from the diet mentality stigma. She doesn't believe in restrictions or crash dieting. She believes in balance and having the ability to enjoy all things in life. She has seen people struggle with restricted diets and does not want to be another try-then-fail program. 
Her background is Panamanian and Greek and loves all things with culture. Not to mention she's a foodie. One thing she loves to do for fun is to offer her online cooking classes, which encourage cooking all sorts of different, exotic recipes that are easy to follow, delicious, and nutritious. She is also into fitness, and her exercise of choice is Olympic weightlifting. Her favorite lift is the snatch, and she loves the idea of getting strong and challenging her body in this healthy way. 
In her spare time, Kiki loves reading personal development books, traveling the world with her husband, and family, and going on hikes with her dog, Suzy. 
 
Contact Kiki:
Web: https://www.livingwellwithkiki.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingwellwithkiki
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingwellwithkiki/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ze1ayucj7vU
 

Episode 23: Todd Durkin - The Story Within - Part 2

When you come across certain people in your life you truly want to help others, make a difference and create impact, you take a moment and listen. I am so glad I did that day at conference in 2004 in Myrtle Beach. Todd has not only been a mentor and coach to me over the years, he has become a friend who is always willing to listen, offer help and advice when ever I need it. I am so proud to be able to bring Todd on a guest for not just one but two great episodes. Please be sure to download, listen and share this episode with anyone seeking to become a better version of themselves. Part two will be shared next week so be sure subscribe to my show so that you do not miss an episode. 
Todd Durkin, MA, CSCS, is an internationally recognized performance coach, trainer, keynote speaker, author, and life-transformer who motivates, educates, and inspires people worldwide. He trains NFL, MLB, & MMA athletes at his award-winning gym he founded 22-years ago, Fitness Quest 10 (San Diego, CA). He isa 2-time Trainer of the Year, a best-selling author, a recipient of the Jack LaLanne Award, and the 2018 Canadian Fitness Professionals International Presenter of the Year. He was a finalist on the NBC & Netflix show called STRONG.
Through Todd Durkin Enterprises, Todd and his team provide motivational keynotes, workshops, and events worldwide. Todd has keynote orhosted workshops to brand leaders like Under Armour, Morgan Stanley, Principal Financial, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Henderson Inc., The Ken Blanchard Companies, YPO, Bath & Body Works, Cal-a-Vie Resort & Spa, the GoldenDoor, IMG, USMA, UCSD, UBS Warburg, Quest Ventures, Kaiser Permanente, Benedictine University and The College of William & Mary. His passion, energy, and uncanny ability to inspire a crowd has led to countless standing ovations. Ifyour company is looking for a keynote program to inspire its team and leaders, look no further.
Todd is also the founder of Todd Durkin Mastermind, a best-in-class life business &life-coaching program for passionate fitness professionals. Todd and his team of Mastermind coaches deliver world-class content and coaching in the areas of business, leadership, business, marketing, personal growth, and “in the trenches” content to help individuals grow personally & professionally.
Additionally, Todd coaches’ people in his “God-Sized Dreams” Coaching program, who are looking for high-performance coaching to excel personally, professionally, and spiritually as well. Todd also loves to podcast. His Todd Durkin IMPACT SHOW podcast inspires millions of people to live their best life NOW. With over 270-episodes shared around the globe and millions of episodes downloaded, it definitely is a podcast you want to subscribe to today!
One of the ventures Todd is most passionate about is the Durkin IMPACT Foundation (501-c-3), which has donated more than $300,000 to families and kids in-need. Todd loves getting people’s minds right, motivating them to bethe best version of themselves, and ultimately, inspiring people to lead a life worth telling a story about.
Todd has been married to his wife Melanie for 22-years. She has been a full-time professor at Southwestern College in San Diego for 24-years in the Exercise Science Department. They have 3 kids: Luke, Brady, and McKenna. They alsohave a golden retriever (Jersey Dog).
How to contact Todd Durkin:
Website: https://todddurkin.com/
Text: 619-304-2216
Instagram: Todd Durkin
Facebook: Todd Durkin
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 27:17  Iron Sharpens Iron
Podcast: https://todddurkin.com/podcast/
Todd Durkin Mastermind Coaching Group: https://todddurkin.com/coaching/todd-durkin-mastermind/
Fitness Quest 10: https://fitnessquest10.com/
 
Lastly, I appreciate any and all support. Please share this episode with a friend and tag me at any of the handles below when you do and register your name for a free autographed book.
LinkedIn: David PohorenceFacebook: David PohorenceInstagram: @davidpoho94Please go check out my book and pick up a copy of Why Not Me: All support is appreciated and goes towards the production of this podcast.https://lnkd.in/gB8nZhY8Follow me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gcrTuRFP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Episode 22: Todd Durkin - The Story Within - Part 1

When you come across certain people in your life you truly want to help others, make a difference and create impact, you take a moment and listen. I am so glad I did that day at conference in 2004 in Myrtle Beach. Todd has not only been a mentor and coach to me over the years, he has become a friend who is always willing to listen, offer help and advice when ever I need it. I am so proud to be able to bring Todd on a guest for not just one but two great episodes. Please be sure to download, listen and share this episode with anyone seeking to become a better version of themselves. Part two will be shared next week so be sure subscribe to my show so that you do not miss an episode. 
Todd Durkin, MA, CSCS, is an internationally recognized performance coach, trainer, keynote speaker, author, and life-transformer who motivates, educates, and inspires people worldwide. He trains NFL, MLB, & MMA athletes at his award-winning gym he founded 22-years ago, Fitness Quest 10 (San Diego, CA). He isa 2-time Trainer of the Year, a best-selling author, a recipient of the Jack LaLanne Award, and the 2018 Canadian Fitness Professionals International Presenter of the Year. He was a finalist on the NBC & Netflix show called STRONG.
Through Todd Durkin Enterprises, Todd and his team provide motivational keynotes, workshops, and events worldwide. Todd has keynote orhosted workshops to brand leaders like Under Armour, Morgan Stanley, Principal Financial, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Henderson Inc., The Ken Blanchard Companies, YPO, Bath & Body Works, Cal-a-Vie Resort & Spa, the GoldenDoor, IMG, USMA, UCSD, UBS Warburg, Quest Ventures, Kaiser Permanente, Benedictine University and The College of William & Mary. His passion, energy, and uncanny ability to inspire a crowd has led to countless standing ovations. Ifyour company is looking for a keynote program to inspire its team and leaders, look no further.
Todd is also the founder of Todd Durkin Mastermind, a best-in-class life business &life-coaching program for passionate fitness professionals. Todd and his team of Mastermind coaches deliver world-class content and coaching in the areas of business, leadership, business, marketing, personal growth, and “in the trenches” content to help individuals grow personally & professionally.
Additionally, Todd coaches’ people in his “God-Sized Dreams” Coaching program, who are looking for high-performance coaching to excel personally, professionally, and spiritually as well. Todd also loves to podcast. His Todd Durkin IMPACT SHOW podcast inspires millions of people to live their best life NOW. With over 270-episodes shared around the globe and millions of episodes downloaded, it definitely is a podcast you want to subscribe to today!
One of the ventures Todd is most passionate about is the Durkin IMPACT Foundation (501-c-3), which has donated more than $300,000 to families and kids in-need. Todd loves getting people’s minds right, motivating them to bethe best version of themselves, and ultimately, inspiring people to lead a life worth telling a story about.
Todd has been married to his wife Melanie for 22-years. She has been a full-time professor at Southwestern College in San Diego for 24-years in the Exercise Science Department. They have 3 kids: Luke, Brady, and McKenna. They alsohave a golden retriever (Jersey Dog).
 
How to contact Todd Durkin:
Website: https://todddurkin.com/
Instagram: Todd Durkin
Facebook: Todd Durkin
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 27:17  Iron Sharpens Iron
Podcast: https://todddurkin.com/podcast/
Todd Durkin Mastermind Coaching Group: https://todddurkin.com/coaching/todd-durkin-mastermind/
Fitness Quest 10: https://fitnessquest10.com/
 
Lastly, I appreciate any and all support. Please share this episode with a friend and tag me at any of the handles below when you do and register your name for a free autographed book.
LinkedIn: David PohorenceFacebook: David PohorenceInstagram: @davidpoho94Please go check out my book and pick up a copy of Why Not Me: All support is appreciated and goes towards the production of this podcast.https://lnkd.in/gB8nZhY8Follow me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gcrTuRFP
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Episode 21: Damon West - Transforming Lives from the Inside Out. Life’s Second Chance to Create Change!

WOW! What an episode from Damon. This episode really makes to sit back and listen with intent as Damon tells his story of redemption and how he is now doing everything to serve and deliver The Coffee Bean message. Changing lives and making a difference each and every day.
A little about Damon:
Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.”
His autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, vividly tells how he transformed the pot of boiling water that is a Texas maximum-security prison into a pot of coffee.
At 20 years old, he was a Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, when he suffered a career ending injury. He turned to hard core drugs to cope with disappointments of life. After graduation, he worked in the United States Congress, was a national fundraiser on a U.S. Presidential campaign and eventually trained to be a stock-broker for United Bank of Switzerland (UBS). One day at UBS, he was introduced to methamphetamines; he became instantly hooked—and the lives of so many innocent people would forever be changed by the choices he made in order to feed his insatiable meth habit.
After a fateful discussion during his incarceration with a seasoned convict, Damon had a spiritual awakening. He learned that, like a coffee bean changing with the application of heat and pressure, he was capable of changing the environment around him. Armed with a program of recovery, a renewed faith, and a miraculous second chance at life, Damon emerged from over seven years of prison a changed man. His story of redemption, grit and determination continues to inspire audiences today.
The Coffee Bean message has inspired thousands. Damon’s clients include such companies as Walmart, AIG, Chick-fil-A, Southwest Airlines, and sports teams like the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Timberwolves, Clemson, Alabama and Georgia. The U.S. Army has even incorporated the #BeACoffeeBean mindset into their resilience training. Damon’s story has been featured both nationally and globally.
He is passionate about the Coffee Bean message and loves sharing how it changed his life and how it can change yours, too.
His Wall Street Journal bestselling book, The Locker Room: How Great Teams Heal Hurt, Overcome Adversity and Build Unity, is being optioned for film adaptation.
His children’s book, The Coffee Bean for Kids, is the genesis for Coffee Bean Clubs being started by students at schools all over America.
Today, Damon lives a life of recovery and service, sharing his story all over the world. Of all the hats Damon wears, however, the two most important to him are being a husband to Kendell and a stepfather to Clara.
Damon's Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 25:36 - When I was in prison, you visited me.
 
Damon Mentions A.C.T.S -it stands for Adoration, Community, Theology, Service - This was one of the first things Damon mentions he joined as he began to write that mission he is now on to change lives. If interested in learning more, check out the link below.
 
A.C.T.S. -  https://www.actsmissions.org/
 
Contact Damon:
 
Web: https://damonwest.org/
 
Instagram: @damonwest7
 
Facebook: Damon West
 
Linkedin: Damon West
 
Lastly, I appreciate any and all support. Please share this episode with a friend and tag me @LinkedIn: David PohorenceFacebook: David PohorenceInstagram: @davidpoho94Please go check out my book and pick up a copy of Why Not Me: All support is appreciated and goes towards the production of this podcast.https://lnkd.in/gB8nZhY8Follow me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gcrTuRFP
 
 
 
 

Episode 20: Bob Wheatley - What Are You Searching For? Stop Chasing Things That Don’t Matter!

Bob is an author, podcaster, and former professional athlete. He serves as a co-host of That Singles’ Show, a singles ministry sponsored by KCBI Christian Radio in Dallas. Through his work with That Singles’ Show, Bob has worked with bestselling authors, keynote speakers, and world-class musicians, including people like Rory Vaden, Rachel Cruze, Jason Gray, and Christian Huff. His work has also been featured on nationally syndicated radio stations like WAY-FM and THE FISH. As an author and content creator, Bob has a passion for helping young Christians grow closer to God and experience the love and connection they are missing.
After graduating from the University of Southern California, Bob played four years of professional baseball in the Toronto Blue Jays’ and St. Louis Cardinals’ minor league systems. In his spare time, Bob likes to read, write, hike, and watch sports. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee.
 
Contact Bob:
https://bobwheatley.com
Instagram:
bob_wheatley
Facebook:
Bob Wheatley
Linkedin:
Bob Wheatley