Taking it for Granted

Alfred Williams, affectionately known as Big Al, comes from modest beginnings. Growing up in Texas, Big Al loved playing music and even joined the marching band. However, after a bet with a lifelong friend, he tried out for the football team. After a few setbacks, the rest is history. Big Al left Texas to play college football at the University of Colorado. He had unmatched success on the field winning numerous awards such as the Butkus award and a national championship, but it is the life lessons he learned in Boulder that have stuck with him most. After his college days, Big Al was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals, then left to play for the 49ers, and ultimately ended up back in Colorado, playing for the Broncos. He once again reached the pinnacle of his profession, winning two Super Bowls. After his playing days, Big Al ventured into the tech world, his true passion from an early age. You can now hear Big Al on KOA Sports weekdays from 3-6 pm MT with Dave Logan and Ryan Edwards.

Kat O'Sullivan is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, and lifelong changemaker. She believes when "shift happens," it's time to "make magic happen." Kat leverages her 25 years of experience and expertise to help individuals and organizations achieve the seemingly impossible. She challenges assumptions, brings a fresh perspective, and creates a sense of curiosity about what else is possible. Kat has a long history of reinvention under fire, with immediate and long-lasting results. Kat works to provide clear strategies, plans, and practical tools to help everyone on their transformational journeys from "impossible" to "possible.” To learn more about Kat, visit her website https://katosullivan.com/.

Back from a month off, Host Grant Smith reflects on some lessons learned during his time away.

Father Mike Tess joins Host Grant Smith for his sixth appearance on the podcast! Father Mike and Grant talk about numerous topics, ranging from family trips, dealing with death, and rap music. To learn more about Father Mike, give him a follow on Instagram @FatherMikeTess, or go back and listen to his previous five appearanced on the pod.

Alan Questel is the Author of two terrific books "Creating Creativity: Embodying the Creative Process" and "Practice Intentional Acts of Kindness: ... and Like Yourself More". He is also an expert in the Feldenkrais Method, after training with Dr. Feldenkrais himself. He makes the complex simple, teaching others the benefits of the method, and helping them unlock their potential and like themselves more. Alan is on a mission to cultivate kindness and help individuals discover how acts of kindness can lead to greater satisfaction and happiness. To learn more about Alan and his work, check out his websites https://www.uncommonsensing.com/ and https://www.practicing-kindness.com/.

A special tribute to the Veterans that have joined Host Grant Smith in previous episodes of the podcast in honor of the 4th of July.

Host Grant Smith recaps his first trip north of the border to Bob's Lake in Canada, and reflects on some life lessons learned along the way.

Adam Cayton-Holland has been a Comedian for nearly half his life. Celebrating twenty years in comedy with a headlining show at Comedy Works in Denver, he is thankful to be living this life. Adam is an avid birder, and while stand-up is still his passion, it has taken a backseat to his family. He has a special out now called "Wallpaper" and continues to do The Grawlix Comedy Show and The Grawlix podcast with his good friends and fellow Comedians Ben Roy and Andrew Orvedahl. To learn more about Adam, where you can catch his shows, and watch his specials, check out his website adamcaytonholland.com or give him a follow on social media @caytonholland.

Tanner Ballengee's day job is a Mailman, and if that's all you knew about him, you'd be missing one heck of a life lived. Tanner is an Author of two books "Sixty Tattoos I Secretly Gave Myself At Work" and "Tourorist" and is working on his third. He also skateboards as much as he can, and he is now putting out skateboarding films with one already released and a second in the works. To learn more about Tanner and his work, check out his website tannerballengee.com or give him a follow on Instagram @66tb99.

Host Grant Smith takes a look back at keys to happiness and joy from former guests.

Rob Drabkin is a Musician from Denver, CO, spreading positivity through his songs. He was born and raised in Colorado, but decided to go to college in Texas to become a doctor. After graduating, Rob made the decision to pursue music full time, and moved back to his home state to get his start. After many open mics and lessons, Rob got one of his first big breaks playing the Fox Theater in Boulder, and has been a touring musician ever since. Having opened for the likes of Michael Franti, Trevor Hall, and Mat Kearney, he has built a devoted fan base in Colorado and throughout the country. After his song "It's a Beautiful Day" was featured in a belVita commercial, his international presence has grown as well. Rob's latest album "Spring in December" continues his mission of finding joy in the little moments, and putting a positive spin on tough situations. He also has a new project in the works that he will be announcing this summer. To learn more about Rob, give him a follow on Instagram @robdrabkin, find his music wherever you listen, or check out his website https://www.robdrabkin.com/.

Scott DeHuff is the Host of the "DeHuff Uncensored" podcast, which was voted the number one comedy podcast in Colorado. Scott covers funny and crazy news from around the world, and talks sports from time to time with some Denver legends. Scott spent nearly twenty years behind the scenes in radio, and now has his own platform that he is making the most of. After working with Mark Schlereth, Alfred Williams, Joel Klatt, Mike Evans, and many more, he has found his calling with his podcast. To learn more about Scott, subscribe to "DeHuff Uncensored" wherever you listen to podcasts, and give him a follow across all social media platforms @dehuffuncensored.

Dave Logan is the Voice of the Broncos for KOA, an 11-time state champion as a high school football coach, a former NFL wide receiver with the Browns and Broncos, , Host of KOA Sports, and Founder of Team Dave Logan. Growing up in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, Dave excelled a baseball, basketball, and football, getting drafted in the MLB out of high school, but instead he chose to go play basketball and football for his hometown Buffs at the University of Colorado. After his playing days at CU, Dave was drafted in the NFL and NBA, becoming one of only four people ever to be drafted in all three sports. Dave chose to take his talents to the NFL, playing wide receiver for the Browns during their "Kardiac Kids" era, becoming a fan favorite for his toughness. After his playing days, Dave got his start in radio, and in 1997 became the "Voice of the Broncos" for KOA in addition to coaching HS football, where he has won 11 state championships including three in a row at Cherry Creek High School from 2020-2022. To learn more about Dave, check out the "Dave Logan Podcast" wherever you listen to podcasts.

Joanna Raimo and Patrick Catezone are the Hosts of the Indie Postcard podcast. Both of them grew up with music playing a big part in their lives, and after meeting at the University of Illinois, they knew they were meant to be friends. After graduating, they started the podcast to “deliver” audiences the best emerging indie and alternative music acts. First published in 2023, Indie Postcard began as a way for two former college radio hosts to continue introducing music to new audiences. Indie Postcard delivers you new episodes every week. Listen to it exclusively on Spotify every Wednesday at Indie Postcard. Coming soon to Apple Music and other platforms. Visit their Instagram page, TikTok, and YouTube channel @indiepostcardpodcast to stay up to date on all things indie music.

Host Grant Smith shares some revelations from the mountain, and discusses the importance of trying to be in the present moment.

Kathy Lee brings a smile to everyone's face she meets. After moving to the United States with her parents as a child from South Korea, she attended Colorado University before interning at MTV, the Rockies, and ultimately on 103.5 The Fox, where she still works today. She has been the producer and Co-Host for Rick Lewis the past 27 years! Through her life experiences, which there have been plenty of, Kathy Lee believes she has been molded into who she is today as a result of the good and bad that life has thrown at her. She gives back as much as she can, family means everything to her, and she is a person you hope to meet in your life. To learn more about Kathy Lee, give her a follow on Instagram @kathyleewhite, or tune into the "Rick Lewis Show" weekday mornings from 6-10am MT.

Cortney McDermott is a best selling Author, TEDx Speaker, and Mind-Body Expert. She has written two books, "Change Starts Within You" and "Give Yourself Permission", and has spoken to companies like Nike, Google, Universal, and Virgin Group. Cortney combines ancient wisdom and scientific research to help inspire, educate, and activate people's potential. Through her world travels and studies, she is always trying to ask herself the right questions and trust everything. To learn more about Cortney and her work, give her a follow on Instagram @cortneymcdermott or check out her website https://www.cortneymcdermott.com/.

Carina Marshall is a Certified Master Life Coach, Meditation Teacher, and Author of "Discover & Use Your Greatest Superpower: Metaphysics, Spirituality, and Bubble Gum". In her book, Carina offers you sixteen Metaphysical tools to amplify your powers of intention, intuition, visualization, focus, allowing, and understanding the subtle world of energy. Through her world travels and life lessons learned, she believes she can help you live a happier and joyful life, unlocking your full potential. To learn more about Carina and her work, check out her website https://unlimitedself.us/.

Host Grant Smith talks about some life lessons that have been learned or reinforced recently.

Connor Shreve is a Journalist for the Local News Network in Durango, Colorado. After working all over the country in media, including in Minor League Baseball and at KOA Newsradio, Connor is enjoying his time at LNN, reporting on feel-good stories as opposed to the hard-hitting news that he worked on in some of his previous career stops. He also just started a podcast called "Beyond the Headlines" that you can check out wherever you listen to podcasts. To learn more about Connor and his work, give him a follow on instagram @connorshreve.