This is part two of Brad Weesner’s conversation with Doug Smith. Here is where things get even more compelling. He will continue his amazing story and reveal insights as his life continues —  his humility, growing compassion, his self-reflection really become more impressive and take us to where he is today.

For the last thirty-five years, Doug Smith has been training healthcare workers on how to work with the dying and grieving. He has done seminars in all fifty states and all the provinces in Canada. He has also taught a grief counseling certificate program at both the University of Wisconsin and Northern Michigan University, which, in addition to training people through the U.S. has also trained workers in sixteen countries. Doug also has had great personal experience in working with the dying having lost his youngest brother and two daughters.

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

Edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.

For the last thirty-five years, Doug Smith has been training healthcare workers on how to work with the dying and grieving. He has done seminars in all fifty states and all the provinces in Canada. He has also taught a grief counseling certificate program at both the University of Wisconsin and Northern Michigan University, which, in addition to training people through the U.S. has also trained workers in sixteen countries. Doug also has had great personal experience in working with the dying having lost his youngest brother and two daughters.

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

Edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.

Devann Murphy is a childhood cancer survivor, multi-sport athlete, and advocate for disability inclusion in sport. After completing the 26.2 mile course Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk on her crutches in 2014, Devann discovered the IM ABLE Foundation and developed a passion for adaptive sports. She completed her first marathon as a handcyclist in 2015, and she has gone on to win the Women’s Handcycle Division of the 2019 Boston Marathon and the 2018, 2019, and 2021 TCS NYC Marathons.

Devan’s Instagram:  @ADK_Handcyclist

Devan’s FaceBook Page: AdkHandcyclist

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

Edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.

Listen to Brad Weesner’s conversation with Jordan Steffy. Jordan is a graduate of the University of Maryland, where he was one of two freshmen in school history to start as quarterback on their football team. Jordan has an MBA degree from Columbia University. He founded and is the CEO of Attollo Prep, a forward-thinking, yet historically informed organization that unifies high school students from all backgrounds to build a pipeline of diverse leaders.

We know you’ll enjoy getting to know Jordan and the outstanding work he does. "I’m a builder. I’m a designer,” says Jordan about himself. He's had many different experiences and exposure that have allowed him to live a life that is blissfully discontent. Listen to him describe it in Episode 5, and subscribe to stay up to date on new episodes of Well Designed Lives.

Find Jordan Steffy on LinkedIn and Instagram.

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

Edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.

Listen to Brad’s conversation with Chris Kaag, USMC, founder and CEO of the IM ABLE Foundation and Corps Fitness. Chris is also an adaptive athlete, public speaker, and relentless advocate for the adaptive community. The foundation he runs, IM ABLE, has a mission to remove obstacles that prevent people with disabilities from being physically active by providing grants, resources, fitness opportunities, and motivation. Get ready to be inspired.

Find Chris Kaag on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

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Our website: https://www.welldesignedlives.com.

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

Edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.

Listen to Brad Weesner speak with Connard Hogan. Connard is a therapist who specializes in trauma and 12 step recovery.  He is a prolific writer, and his newsletters and blog can be found on his website. Join us to hear him share the stories of his childhood and the abusive nature of alcoholic relationships, the safe haven of his grandparents’ home and his journey through Vietnam, and what new meanings of beauty that faraway culture brought to him.

Connard’s website: https://www.connardhogan.com.

Stay updated about new episodes of Well Designed Lives by subscribing. 

Our website: https://www.welldesignedlives.com.

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

Edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.

Listen to Brad Weesner speak with the sparkling Billy Buttery. Billy has a light and fun take on things. She is a natural conversationalist with a passion for the culinary arts. Brad was a guest on her podcast, Food Is Culture | A Podcast, a lighthearted audio adventure around the world! However there is more to her vision and it's one centered around creating awareness of all cultures by sharing traditions and breaking bread with each other regardless of ethnicity, race, or religious beliefs. A food lover, beauty seeker, avid reader, mother of two, housewife, baker, with a background in advertising, fashion, cosmetics, and a brief stint as a stewardess, she aims to bring laughter and beauty in all she does.

Billy is on Instagram: @billybuttery

Billy’s podcast, Food Is Culture, is on Instagram: @foodisculture.apodcast 

Here is the website for Food Is Culture.

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

Edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.

We are excited to bring you the inaugural episode of our podcast, a conversation between our host, Brad Weesner, and Molly Schlachter. Molly is a well-known and respected photographer here in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Brad and Molly talk about a lot of bits of my history, how the name of my design firm came about, Molly's photo jam events, and more. Molly has a background in creative writing, the arts, education, and branding. She's also the creator and producer of Photo Jam, a platform used by people all over the country. Her easy nature makes any time spent with Molly lovely. Relax, sit back, and be part of our very first conversation.

Molly’s photography website: mollysphotography.com. 

Learn more about Photo Jam.

Instagram: @molly_s_photography.

Stay updated about new episodes of Well Designed Lives by subscribing. 

Here’s our website.

This show is produced by Conley Potter.

This show is edited by Joseph Bend.

Music by Sound Case.

Voice work by Joseph Bend.

Logo and artwork by Aubrey Maurer.