American Grown Podcast

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Hosted by Austin Sullivan (aka Sully): The podcast will focus on people from different walks of life and their journey to where they are now. Each episode will feature a NEW guest sharing their life and the lessons they learned along the way. Stories from the heart of our community. NEW EPISODES RELEASE EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING AT 5am. #LetsTellYourStory This is a great opportunity for our listeners to learn about your company, organization or non-profit. OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions . Colortech takes your print, design & mailing projects from visualization to realization while keeping your budget in mind. This podcast is brought to you by these sponsors: Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA. Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners. Triggered 22 . Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday. Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered. Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel. Engage with us on Social media: IG: AmericanGrownPodcast FB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast RSSVERIFY’

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August 12, 2026Episode 19250 min

Brandon Jacoby - aka SgtKnucklehead/Re-Release of Ep.103: Recruiting with a Laugh - Ep.192

Episode 192: Re-release, Episode 103 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Brandon Jacoby aka SgtKnucklehead an Army National Guard Recruiter.•In this episode, I re-released episode 103 featuring Brandon Jacoby, Brandon shares his journey to becoming a Pennsylvania Army National Guard Recruiter and the experiences that shaped his career.Brandon also gives us the story behind his unforgettable nickname, SgtKnucklehead, and how he turned humor and authenticity into a powerful recruiting tool.What started as a unique approach to connecting with people has grown into a massive social media presence, with more than 750,000 followers on TikTok. We talk about recruiting, military life, social media, and why sometimes the best way to reach people is simply to make them laugh.This episode proves that you can take your job seriously without taking yourself too seriously. 🇺🇸😂•⁠To learn more about SgtKnucklehead click here:⁠•SHOW SPONSORS:⁠Cleona Coffee Roasters.⁠ A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.⁠Angelo's Pizza. ⁠Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.⁠Triggered 22. ⁠Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.⁠Hossler Engraving.⁠ Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.⁠Hains Auto Detailing. ⁠Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: ⁠Garage Beer.⁠SNACK: ⁠Jurgy.⁠•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: ⁠Colortech Creative Solutions ⁠takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:⁠IG: AmericanGrownPodcast⁠⁠FB: American Grown Podcast⁠ or visits us at American Grown Podcast

August 5, 2026Episode 19152 min

Marty & Maddy Windisch - Owners & Operators of Chick-fil-A Lebanon Plaza/Re-Release of Ep.102: The Chick-fil-A Way - Ep.191

Episode 191: Re-release, Episode 102 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Marty & Maddy Windisch Owners & Operators of Chick-fil-A Lebanon Plaza.•In this episode, I re-released episode 102 featuring Marty & Maddy, Marty & Maddy share the story behind bringing one of America's most recognized brands to Lebanon County.We discuss their journey to becoming owner-operators, the values that guide their leadership, and their commitment to serving both their guests and team members with excellence. At the heart of everything they do is a simple mission: to be the light in their community through hospitality, service, and meaningful relationships.Whether you're a Chick-fil-A fan or simply enjoy hearing stories of servant leadership and entrepreneurship, this episode is full of inspiration and practical wisdom.A special thank you to Maggie and the Chick-fil-A PR Team for helping make this conversation possible. ❤️🐔•⁠To learn more about Chick-fil-a Lebanon Plaza click here:⁠•SHOW SPONSORS:⁠Cleona Coffee Roasters.⁠ A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.⁠Angelo's Pizza. ⁠Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.⁠Triggered 22. ⁠Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.⁠Hossler Engraving.⁠ Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.⁠Hains Auto Detailing. ⁠Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: ⁠Garage Beer.⁠SNACK: ⁠Jurgy.⁠•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: ⁠Colortech Creative Solutions ⁠takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:⁠IG: AmericanGrownPodcast⁠⁠FB: American Grown Podcast⁠ or visits us at American Grown Podcast

July 29, 2026Episode 1901 hr 8 min

Lora Lebo - Executive Director of The William D. Lebo Memorial Foundation/Re-Release of Ep.101: Honor the Badge. Cherish the Life - 190

Episode 190: Re-release, Episode 101 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Lora Lebo Business Coach & Executive Director of The William D. Lebo Memorial Foundation.•In this episode, I re-released episode 101 featuring Lora Lebo, Lora shares the story of her late husband, William D. Lebo, who was tragically killed in the line of duty while responding to a residential break-in on March 31, 2022.Lora opens up about navigating unimaginable loss, honoring William's legacy, and finding the strength to move forward while keeping his memory alive. Through heartbreak, she offers a message of hope, resilience, and gratitude that will resonate with anyone facing life's challenges.Her advice is simple, yet profound: Life is short. Don't put things off. Tell the people you love that you love them. Stay curious.⚠️ Explicit Episode – Listener Discretion Advised•⁠To learn more about The William D. Lebo Memorial Foundation click here:⁠•SHOW SPONSORS:⁠Cleona Coffee Roasters.⁠ A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.⁠Angelo's Pizza. ⁠Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.⁠Triggered 22. ⁠Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.⁠Hossler Engraving.⁠ Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.⁠Hains Auto Detailing. ⁠Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: ⁠Garage Beer.⁠SNACK: ⁠Jurgy.⁠•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: ⁠Colortech Creative Solutions ⁠takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:⁠IG: AmericanGrownPodcast⁠⁠FB: American Grown Podcast⁠ or visits us at American Grown Podcast

July 22, 2026Episode 1891 hr 30 min

Bill Corcoran Jr. - Host of the bcjr. Podcast/Re-Release of Ep.100: Find Your Way - Ep.189

Episode 189: Re-release, Episode 100 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Bill Corcoran Jr. Host of the bcjr. Podcast.•In this episode, I re-released episode 100 featuring Bill Corcoran Jr. Bill shares his incredible journey from working in his family's print business to becoming a full-time podcaster and media entrepreneur.After taking a leap of faith, Bill left the family business to pursue podcasting full-time. Since then, he's continued to grow his media brand.We talk about reinvention, entrepreneurship, and the importance of discovering your "why." Bill shares what motivated him to bet on himself and why continuous growth has been the driving force behind everything he does.If you're looking for inspiration to chase your own dreams, this episode is for you.•To learn more about bcjr. Podcast click here:•SHOW SPONSORS:Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: Garage Beer.SNACK: Jurgy.•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:IG: AmericanGrownPodcastFB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast

July 15, 2026Episode 1881 hr 8 min

Donovin Lindsay & Taylor Shepley - Founder & DoO of College Knowledge/Re-Release of Ep.99: The College Playbook - Ep.188

Episode 188: Re-release, Episode 99 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Donovin Lindsay & Taylor Shepley Founder & DoO of College Knowledge Foundation.•In this episode, I re-released episode 99 featuring Donovin Lindsay & Taylor Shepley, Donovin and Taylor share the story of how a friendship that began in college grew into a shared mission to help students navigate one of the biggest decisions of their lives.Their goal is to help young people make informed decisions about their future while giving them the tools and confidence to succeed both in college and beyond.This episode is about mentorship, education, and the power of investing in the next generation.•To learn more about College Knowledge Foundation click here:•SHOW SPONSORS:Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: Garage Beer.SNACK: Jurgy.•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:IG: AmericanGrownPodcastFB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast

July 8, 2026Episode 1871 hr 27 min

Ryan Hewett & Matt Mohl - Owners of Dirt Road Cred/Re-Release of Ep.98: The Dirt Road - Ep.187

Episode 187: Re-release, Episode 98 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Ryan Hewett & Matt Mohl Owners of Dirt Road Cred. Media.•In this episode, I re-released episode 98 featuring Ryan Hewett & Matt Mohl, Ryan & Matt share their intertwined journey—from attending the same high school to eventually walking away from the security of their 9-to-5 jobs to bet on themselves.After building a successful and growing YouTube channel, they were faced with an ultimatum: shut the channel down or leave their jobs. Rather than giving up on their passion, they chose the "dirt road" less traveled and took the leap into entrepreneurship.We dive into the risks of leaving a steady paycheck, the power of creating content, and why betting on yourself is often the hardest—but most rewarding—decision you'll ever make.•To learn more about Dirt Road Cred. click here:•SHOW SPONSORS:Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: Garage Beer.SNACK: Jurgy.•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:IG: AmericanGrownPodcastFB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast

July 1, 2026Episode 18657 min

Amber Nadine - Multi-Genre Singer/Re-Release of Ep.97: Purple Dreams & Songwriter Schemes - Ep.186

Episode 186: Re-release, Episode 97 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Amber Nadine Multi-Genre Singer.•In this episode, I re-released episode 97 featuring Amber Nadine, Amber shares her journey from being homeschooled to pursuing her dream as a singer-songwriter.Along the way, she even made an appearance in the Cell, based on a novel by Stephen King. Amber also talks about the artists who have inspired her musical journey, including Taylor Swift, Jess Zimmerman Band, Hilary Duff, and Selena Gomez.From her signature love of the color purple to always having her trusty unicorn by her side, Amber brings creativity, authenticity, and positivity to everything she does.This episode is about chasing your dreams, embracing your individuality, and finding your voice through music. 🎶💜🦄•To learn more about Amber Music click here:•SHOW SPONSORS:Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: Garage Beer.SNACK: Jurgy.•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:IG: AmericanGrownPodcastFB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast

June 24, 2026Episode 18534 min

Daulton Heisey - Registered Nurse/Re-Release of Ep.96: From Hospital Bed to Helping Hands - Ep.185

Episode 185: Re-release, Episode 96 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Daulton Heisey a Registered Nurse.•In this episode, I re-released episode 96 featuring Daulton Heisey, Daulton shares his powerful journey from patient to RN and how a lifetime of health challenges shaped the path he walks today.Facing serious health issues from a young age, Daulton grew up navigating doctor visits, uncertainty, and the physical and emotional weight that comes with living through medical struggles. But rather than letting those experiences define him in a negative way, he used them as motivation to pursue nursing and help others facing battles of their own.This episode is about perseverance, empathy, and using life’s hardest moments to become the kind of person others can lean on when they need it most.•To learn more about Daulton Heisey click here:•SHOW SPONSORS:Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: Garage Beer.SNACK: Jurgy.•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:IG: AmericanGrownPodcastFB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast

June 17, 2026Episode 1841 hr 9 min

Lonnie Wamsher - Founder of New York Fitness Clubs/Re-Release of Ep.95: Built on Passion - Ep.184

Episode 184: Re-release, Episode 95 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Lonnie Wamsher, Founder of New York Fitness Clubs.•In this episode, I re-released episode 95 featuring Lonnie Wamsher, Lonnie shares his journey from growing up and working alongside his father at the Hershey print shop to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the fitness industry.From an early age, Lonnie's father encouraged him to find something he was passionate about and pursue it relentlessly. For Lonnie, that passion was fitness.What started as a love for health and training eventually evolved into business ownership, and today Lonnie has grown that vision into three successful gym locations with plans to franchise in the future.This episode is about following your passion, betting on yourself, and turning a dream into a growing business.•To learn more about New York Fitness Clubs click here:•SHOW SPONSORS:Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel.•Sip or Snack break?SIP: Garage Beer.SNACK: Jurgy.•OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:IG: AmericanGrownPodcastFB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast

June 10, 2026Episode 18359 min

Lou Fabrizi - Utility Training Battalion Commander/Re-Release of Ep.94: A Soldier’s Next Chapter - Ep.183

Episode 183: Re-release, Episode 94 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Lou Fabrizi, Utility Training Battalion Commander. • In this episode, I re-released episode 94 featuring Lou Fabrizi, Lou shares stories from his most recent diplomatic deployment to the Middle East and the unique experiences that came with it—including the opportunity to explore the iconic Great Pyramid of Giza.Throughout his deployment, Lou developed a deep appreciation for the region’s culture, food, music, and history, gaining perspectives that many people never have the chance to experience firsthand.With more than 23 years of service in the United States Army, Lou also opens up about the next chapter of his life as he prepares to transition from military service to civilian life. We discuss the challenges, opportunities, and mindset required to navigate such a significant life change after more than two decades in uniform. • To learn more about Lou Fabrizi click here: • SHOW SPONSORS:Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Angelo's Pizza. Enjoy mouthwatering Italian dinners.Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Hossler Engraving. Looking for unique handcrafted gifts for all occasions Zach has you covered.Hains Auto Detailing. Have your car smiling from wheel to wheel. • Sip or Snack break?SIP: Garage Beer.SNACK: Jurgy. • OFFICIAL STUDIO SPONSOR: Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization. We've been doing so since 1980 all while keeping your budget in mind.To see photos of today's guest follow on social media:IG: AmericanGrownPodcastFB: American Grown Podcast or visits us at American Grown Podcast

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