Why Not Me?

Episode 33: Mark Zanetto - Doing What You Love Matters, It's Never Too Late!

Mark Zanetto is a former professional tennis player and executive recruiter who has carved a unique path into sports media as the founder of Big East Energy Network—a growing platform dedicated to Big East basketball coverage. A lifelong UConn Huskies fan raised in the heart of Connecticut, Mark turned his passion for the game into purpose, building a network that now includes The Hoops Cap (covering both men’s and women’s basketball), Pirate Vibes, Roll Jays, The Johnnies Report, On Target, and several more in development.
Mark’s journey includes overcoming a stroke, raising three kids, and balancing life as a devoted husband while launching a new voice in college basketball media. He brings a fan’s heart, an analyst’s eye, and a builder’s mindset to everything he does.” 
This episode was about doing what you love and not looking back. Life is short, so why not do what you love for work and chase your passion in life. Mark is living proof of an example of someone who switched careers and never looked back. Take hold of your present because you can not changed the past but you can help shape your future.
If you are interested in starting a podcast or just want Mark's advice or help, please contact him at the any of the contact points below.
Please follow, like and share this episode and help out platform grow so we can help others pursue their passion, achieve their purpose and put their drive to work so they too can do what they love!
Contact:
Email: mark@bigeastenergy.com
Instagram: @markzanetto
Instagram: @bigeast_energy
Facebook: Mark Zanetto
Linkedin: Mark Zanetto

Episode 32: Mikey Aytes/John Borruso - Two Very Different Journeys lead to one common ground

In this episode, Mikey Aytes and John Borruso, both retired police officers, now personal trainers with Anytime Fitness in Wesley Chapel, NC, talk about their two very different life paths that led them to the same result after their law enforcement careers ended, still helping and serving, but this time in the fitness industry.  This episode is very different than our others shows but I am confident you will enjoy this show very much. Sit back, enjoy the show as Mikey and John take us along for the ride and share their life's story and why they continue to do what they both love to do!
Mikey is a certified personal trainer and a lifelong union county resident. He was also in the service, and overseas in the army for 6 years. After completing his time in the military, he started his law enforcement career of 26 years. His last assignment was as a resource officer at Weddington middle and high schools. Due to his prior line of work, fitness and nutrition have been extremely important to him. He is excited, passionate and committed to this new adventure, and looks forward to helping others be the best version of themselves. Say hello to Mikey when you see him!
John comes to us from New York City, where he served for over 2 decades with the NYPD, first as a Police Officer then as a Sergeant. As a 9/11 first responder, and as a first responder in general, he learned first hand the importance of physical fitness. It is his goal to help others reach their goals. 
Contact:
John Borruso 
Instagram: @coach_johnbo
Mikey Aytes
Facebook: @MikeyAytes
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In Health,David Pohorence

Episode 31: Yvette Salva - Overcoming Addiction, Second Chances Matter

Yvette Salva is an entrepreneur, speaker, and the founder of a personal training studio dedicated to empowering women—especially those over 40—to feel strong, confident, and unstoppable. With a focus on fitness, nutrition, and mindset, Yvette helps women transform not just their bodies but their lives. Fitness may have saved her life, but it’s the recovery program she practices daily that keeps her grounded, mentally strong, and thriving. Through her story and her book Booze, Blow, and Pancakes, Yvette’s mission is to remove the shame and stigma surrounding addiction and show other women that asking for help is the real flex.
 
Contact Yvette:
Instagram: @yvettesalvefitness
 

Episode 30: Kammi Kurtz - Overcoming Obstacles, Fighting The Unknown, Never Underestimate Your Full Potential

Meet Kammi Kurtz, an ER Travel Nurse, Nutrition Coach and Certified Personal Trainers. Kammi is one of the fitness and health industry's top leaders in helping many be the best versions of themselves physically, emotionally and spiritually. Kammi, shares her personal journey with her health struggles that ultimately changed what she knew best.
What impressed me the most about Kammi was that she did not let those obstacles change who she was. Instead, she took the challenge and turned it into a positive outcome to help others. Relying on her faith and with the help of others, Kammi started to her journey to reshape her path meant for her.
Here's a little more on Kammi:
Kammi is dedicated to helping others reach their full potential and who the Lord created them to be by taking care of their health and their bodies and growing through life. I grew up as an athlete and went through my health trials in high school that ultimately gave me the passion I have today when it comes to health, gut health, and health and wellness. Being a former soccer athlete, the Lord took me on a totally different path and I ended up running Division 1 Cross Country and Track & Field in college at Liberty University where I also got my nursing degree and now work as a travel nurse in the emergency department.
Because of what Kammi went through in high school and now being a nurse taking care of others, she does her best to lead by example and from the front when it comes to my own personal health and wellness journey.  Kammi currently takes the “hybrid” training approach, which she has been doing for about 4 years since graduating college and has been her favorite style of training.
Kammi has also completed a full Ironman triathlon and hopes to do more in the future! Through her story, Kammi hopes someone can be encouraged that you are capable and made for so much more. Setbacks are always opportunities for growth and comebacks! If we just aim to get 1% better each day, you never know where we’ll end up.
Kammi's favorites:
Bible scripture is Romans 8:18, 1st Corinthians 10:31
Favorite Book Purpose Driven Life
Favorite Podcasts: Ed Mylett, Inky Johnson
Favorite Probiotics: Opti Greens, Gut Institute
Contact Kammi:
Instagram: @the_fitging
 
 
 

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.
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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